Class of 2027: ND Best BIGs

The heart of the game still beats in the paint—and North Dakota's Class of 2027 has no shortage of BIG men making an impact where it matters most. These are the players who set the tone down low: they battle on the block, clean the glass, protect the rim, and score through contact.   From powerful post-ups to soft touch finishes, and even a few who can stretch the floor with a well-timed triple, this group brings a blend of old-school grit and modern versatility. They're the anchors of their teams and the difference-makers when the game gets physical.   Many of these players are standout multi-sport athletes, particularly on the football field. Several of them appear to have the potential to compete at the Division I level should they choose that path.   So, who are the best BIGs in NoDak's 2027 Class? Let's break down the players owning the paint and shaping the future of post play.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/image_d9ed85.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/image_d9ed85.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2960853" style="width:196px;height:auto" /></a></figure>   2027 Best BIGs    -Effective scoring from all levels, quality footwork, versatile, clutch performer   -Expecting him to be an All-EDC player, has a basketball offer from Jamestown     -Will put up splashy #'s this year, All-State potential, tough inside, also shoots well   -Receiving next-level interest in both basketball and football, tons of potential     -Should be top rebounder in EDC, extraordinary athlete, jumps out of the gym   -Does most of his scoring inside but can hit from 15' out to 3, protects the rim     -Scores inside & a legit threat from the 3-point arc, changes/alters/blocks shots   -He oozes potential with his height and LONG wingspan, Ahmi's ceiling is high     -Sky-scraping frame, passes well for a BIG, hits 3's & scores from all levels, versatile   -Ready to be the dude for Blue Jays, D1 fball offers from everywhere in the country     -Has it all w/ length, muscle, mobility, jumping, cleans up the boards, athletic finisher   -Matchup nightmare on the hardwood, has multiple Division 1 football offers     -Athletic lefty with size/strength/mobility, productive rebounder, versatile scorer   -Exciting potential, best bball is ahead of him, waiting for him to put it all together     -Has brute strength & physical as a gorilla, tough on the block, space creator   -Stout defender, high-major football recruit w/ offers from all across the nation     -Eye-catching athlete w/ strength & explosiveness, should start at 5 this winter?   -Physical finisher around hoop, boards hard, effective screener, rim-rocking dunker     -Has a brick-house build, strong around the hoop, he passes well for a BIG   -Should be a beast in Class B, good feet, physical, Double-Double guy this year?     -A bit raw but his size & strength are intriguing, super tough matchup in Class B   -Has to be a serious next-level football recruit, would think D2 & D1 potential    <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/Prep-Hoops-1-1-crop-843x554-1755363377.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/Prep-Hoops-1-1-crop-843x554-1755363377.png?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-2947139" /></a></figure>

The heart of the game still beats in the paint—and North Dakota's Class of 2027 has no shortage of BIG men making an impact where it matters most. These are the players who set the tone down low: they battle on the block, clean the glass, protect the rim, and score through contact.