Stock Risers: 2028 Ranks Update

<!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"15px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:15px">January continues to move fast, and while it's <strong>bitter cold outside, the gyms are heating up</strong> as the heart of the season takes shape. Best of luck to all the players, coaches, and fans as the month rolls on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px">On Monday, <strong>Prep Hoops Dakotas (PHD)</strong> released an updated version of the <strong>North Dakota 2028 Prospect Rankings</strong>. Today, we shine a light on <strong>12 ballers</strong> who made notable jumps in the latest update and are trending in the right direction.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out the player breakdowns and comments below.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2966873,"width":"275px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/28-Stock-Risers.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/28-Stock-Risers.png?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2966873" style="width:275px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2428677"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-696fae6acf3eb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-12.1 ppg, 4 rpg, 4 apg, 45 FG%, 40.9 3FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Tenacious on-ball D, effective CG, distributes the ball well, pure shooter, crafty</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Selfless teammate, committed to defending, three-level point producer, skilled</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2840028"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-696fae6acf464"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Getting good burn off the bench &amp; playing well, doing a bit of everything</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Scores 10+ ppg, scores/defends/handles the rock, gained trust from older guys</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Excellent defender, gives a spark to O &amp; D, turns TO's into points, real potential </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2413967"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-696fae6acf4b1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-16.5 ppg, 6.2 rpg, 2.1 apg, 1.5 spg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Taken a leap w/ his leadership, scores the rock from every level, impressive skills</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved as a defender, executes, moves well w/o the ball, sweet middy J-shot</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2708519"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-696fae6acf4f9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Provides serious paint presence, good hands, solid in both man &amp; zone defense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Arms that extend from Antelope to Almont, Schneider has game-changing size</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Scores over L &amp; R shoulders, good feet, patient, soft touch, playing great lately</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2412913"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6970044617bdc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-13.4 ppg, 5.6 rpg, 1.3 apg, 36.4 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Nice-sized guard for soph, makes 2.7 triples per game at 30.6%, serious shooter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Quality change of speeds, creative finishing, extended range, high release, good form</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2349627"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6970044617c61"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Averaging around 15 ppg, 2nd leading scorer for the Dragons, elevates well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Has noteworthy length &amp; skills, efficient &amp; reliable finisher, does the little things</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Intriguing talent, keep tabs on him, expectations are high, skilled, natural instincts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2573805"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6970044617cc6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Southpaw who keeps getting better and better, turning into a solid hooper</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a nice basketball build, Eli can hit triples in bunches, fluid shooting stroke</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Double-digit scorer, rebounding better than expected, standout 3pt shooter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2414142"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6970044617d2a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Getting some varsity burn &amp; getting his feet wet, gaining valuable experience</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has the moves &amp; shake to beat D off the bounce, talented shooter, shar skills</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Coach's kid, spends ton of time in the gym, knows the game well, will keep improving</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2415386"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6970044617d8e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Keeps adding inches, Deutsch is growing like a bad weed! Can't teach height</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-4.9 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 1.3 apg, 44.8 FG%, 51.7 eFG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Noteworthy athlete, runs well, capable from 3pt arc, versatile player w/ upside</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2573810"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6970044617df6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Impressive athlete with speed, lateral quickness, and twitchy playmaking ability</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Have heard reports that Samolu is tearing it up in JV against other EDC squads</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Legit threat from the 3point arc, breaks down defenders, tough to keep in front</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2412298"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6970044617e65"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-16.5 ppg, recently named Ramsey County Tourney MVP, long &amp; very athletic</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Super coachable, Hoops w/ poise, dangerous shooting ability, clutch playmaker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Upgraded offensive game, sweet middy J, improved finisher &amp; defender, gamer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2573714"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6970044617edd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-A Mustang with quality athleticism and noteworthy mobility, definite upside</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Left-hander/southpaw, gets it done on both sides of the ball, gets after the boards</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Works his tail off on the hardwood, still a bit raw but that is coming, hustler</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3417791,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/image_5c604f.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/image_5c604f.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-3417791" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->