Noteworthy Ballers

Class B basketball in North Dakota continues to deliver entertaining play, and the early part of the season has already brought several standout performances to the surface. From familiar names who have proven themselves as All-Region talents with All-State potential to players still flying under the radar, there is no shortage of impact across the state.   In this edition of Noteworthy Ballers, Prep Hoops Dakotas highlights seven Class B players who made their presence felt early. Whether well-known or just beginning to emerge, each of these athletes has put together strong early-season performances and is worth keeping an eye on as the year unfolds. See below for comments and notes on each baller.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/image_3461ac.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/image_3461ac.png" alt="" class="wp-image-3272042" style="width:348px;height:auto" /></a></figure>   Noteworthy Ballers from Class B    -Averaging an impressive 25 ppg on 54.5 FG%, 62.3 eFG%   -Also averaging 4 rebounds per game and 2.5 steals per game   -Getting it done on O in a variety of ways, becoming more aggressive on O-glass which leads to easy 2nd chance points, he is the teams best 3-shooter   -Hitting 3 triples a game at 36 3FG%, 9.5 ppg come from the paint   -Talented shot-maker, Smith makes tough shots look routine, lets it fly w/ a quick release when "feeling it", his 6'2" length as a guard is tough to matchup w/ for most Class B teams   -All-Region as a soph, could make the jump to All-State this season     -Receiving votes in the State polls, creator/agitator/playmaker   -Averaging 24 ppg & defending well on/off the ball   -Letting the game come to him, plays within himself, effective leader     -Dynamic, smart, skilled, playmaker, receiving votes in the State polls   -19 ppg, 8 rpg, 10 apg, 5 spg, STAT STUFFER, PG who runs the O & D   -Thriving in his role as a leader, not forcing, but he is producing at a high level     -Major contributor for #2 ranked Eagles (3-0 record)   -20 ppg, floor leader with the ability to shoot & hit the 3ball   -Talented offensive ball player, hot start to the season     -Playmaker for #2 ranked Eagles (3-0 record)   -19 ppg, 9 rpg, 4 apg, 3 spg   -Outstanding scorer & shooter, produces from all three levels   -Quick, fast, speedy, feisty, great ball skills     -Looking good for the black & orange in the early season   -Improved his guard play, upgraded his game from last season   -8 ppg, 3 rpg, 2 apg, taking care of the ball, limiting turnovers     -Playing well for the Eagles, new name for PHD   -Orien is averaging 13.3 ppg, 6.3 rpg, 45 FG%, 36 3FG%   -A steady producer and a big-time leader for Enderlin    <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/11/ClassBBasketball.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/11/ClassBBasketball.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2672394" /></a></figure>

Class B basketball in North Dakota continues to deliver entertaining play, and the early part of the season has already brought several standout performances to the surface. From familiar names who have proven themselves as All-Region talents with All-State potential to players still flying under the radar, there is no shortage of impact across the state.