2029 Update: Stock-Risers

The Prep Hoops 2029 Stock Risers showcase a dynamic group of young basketball talents who are quickly making names for themselves on the high school scene. These rising prospects have demonstrated impressive skill sets, versatility, and poise beyond their years, positioning themselves as players to watch in the coming seasons. As they continue to develop and adapt to the varsity level, their performances suggest bright futures and the potential to significantly impact their respective programs.    Moved up from 15 to 5. Between his size, athleticism, and exceptional scoring polish, he has the tools to completely dominate opponents. Yusef can score the ball in virtually every possible way. He shows the ability to attack the basket, hit jumpers off the catch or bounce, post up smaller players, or find opportunities without the ball in his hands. Yusef puts pressure on the rim and displays deep range from beyond the arc, but also mixes it up enough to keep defenses constantly guessing. He also possesses rebounding prowess, defensive instincts, and capable playmaking ability. Given his current trajectory, Yusef should appeal to all types of college coaches.     Moved 35th to 29th in the rankings. Darius is a southpaw that provides a seemingly perfect leadership presence for the Bulldogs when he enters the game off the bench. He's an unselfish, young guard who knows how to manage the action and when to assert himself as a ball distributor. Scott is an sound shooter with deep range and the ability to light it up off the catch or bounce. However, he's very patient and understands how to find his opportunities within the flow of the offense. Although he could've hunted his shot more throughout this showing, he appeared more interested in setting up others and only looking to score when needed. Scott made smart decisions as a playmaker and actively toggled between playing with and without the ball in his hands. Add in his useful rebounding and defensive presence, and it's easy to see the value he brings to this team.     Unranked to 35 the rankings, [player_tooltip player_id='3420312' first='Michael' last='Davis'] is already very comfortable producing at the varsity level. Perhaps it's because he already gave the Ramblers quality minutes as a freshman, but he hasn't skipped a beat. Davis is a smart, steady guard with size who can dictate the offense or apply scoring pressure in various ways. He's a lethal shooting threat with deep range and nice off-ball instincts. Davis also does a nice job of attacking closeouts, setting up others, and scoring inside the arc on floaters and pull-ups. He provides a scrappy, high-energy defensive presence and secures rebounds well for his size/position. Although he's already a meaningful varsity contributor, expect Davis to continue trending upward in the DCIAA conference.     Moved up from 67 to 60. – Jason really excels at providing whatever this group needs when he enters the game coming off the bench. He's a natural glue-guy with IQ, size, and versatility to operate in a variety of different roles. Kornegay is a capable initiator, playmaker, and scorer from all levels. He's somewhat of a Swiss army knife with his ability to affect all facets of the game. Kornegay is a reliable rebounder and switchable defender who can guard perimeter positions comfortably. His malleable, adaptable game makes him incredibly valuable for the Lions. Look for Jason overall skill and versatility moved up in the rankings.     Unranked to 92nd. After watching him several times throughout the season, Sneed displayed the ability to score in a variety of different ways. Sneed possesses solid size and athletic frame…Whether attacking off the bounce, hitting pull-ups, or spacing the floor from distance, every attempt proved to be a worthy scoring avenue for him. Sneed actively toggled between creating for himself and finding opportunities without the ball in his hands.     Unranked to 93rd. Blake truly has as much upside as anyone on the Dunbar (DC) roster. He's a long, fluid athlete and enticing flashes of two-way ability. Robinson already knows how to impact the game through his motor and long wiry frame as a defender and rebounder. Offensively, he excels in transition or getting downhill and attacking the basket, but he is more than capable of knocking down jumpers along the perimeter. He displays natural instincts on both ends of the floor. Blake is still just truly beginning to harness his long-term abilities but certainly has the potential to be a college level prospect.

The Prep Hoops 2029 Stock Risers showcase a dynamic group of young basketball talents who are quickly making names for themselves on the high school scene. These rising prospects have demonstrated impressive skill sets, versatility, and poise beyond their years, positioning themselves as players to watch in the coming seasons. As they continue to develop and adapt to the varsity level, their performances suggest bright futures and the potential to significantly impact their respective programs.