Top Stock Risers: ND ’26 Ranks

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">The season has a way of speeding things up, and right now, the Class of 2026 is moving fast. With the latest update to the North Dakota 2026 Prospect Rankings officially out, it's time to zoom in on the players who made jumps towards the top. Production is up, roles are expanding, college interest is improving, and confidence is growing by the week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">In <strong>Top Stock Risers</strong>, Prep Hoops Dakotas highlights 10 top-tier seniors who have elevated their games and changed the conversation this season. Whether it's improved skill sets, increased responsibility, or simply making winning plays night after night, these guys are trending in the right direction. The tape looks better, the impact is louder, and the stock is rising. Let's dive in.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1003753,"width":"348px","height":"auto","aspectRatio":"1.6036866359447004","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/PHGenericSR.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/PHGenericSR.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1003753" style="aspect-ratio:1.6036866359447004;width:348px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1332142"],"_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-695c9465df2ea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-14.2 ppg, 9.2 rpg, 1 apg, 45.3 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great defender, full of versatility, athletic/long, 3-level scorer, unselfish player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had multiple college offers, committed to Jamestown this fall</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1632632"],"_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-695c9465df34e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-24.8 ppg, 2.3 rpg, 2.5 apg, 59.8 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Making a case to be a Mr. Bball candidate, super impressive start to season</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Multiple college offers, the interest level should only increase as year goes on</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1327795"],"_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-695c9465df39a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-19.6 ppg, 6 rpg, 4.3 apg, 60.2 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-1 of the elite defenders in ND, crazy efficient, 66.5 eFG%! ALL-AROUND PLAYER</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hot start to season, college coaches have to take a serious look, 2-way dog</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1510889"],"_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-695c9465df3e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-30.4 ppg, 4.2 rpg, 3 apg, 58.7 FG% </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hitting 3.8 3's per game, lefty flamethrower w/ range, dangerous slasher/scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-If Boston keeps putting up these #'s he will be a candidate for Mr. Basketball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1746021"],"_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-695c9465df428"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-He will be a 1st Team All-State player, undefeated &amp; has the Cougs ranked #1</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-High-end athleticism with smarts &amp; sharp skills, length to guard any position</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Unbelievable feel for the game, makes everyone better, winner/gamer/playmaker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1327798"],"_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-695c9465df46c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-23.5 ppg, 14.5 rpg, 1 apg, 63.4 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Double-Double machine, does his work inside the arc &amp; in the paint, beast</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Strong &amp; physical lefty, nose for the ball, finishes through contact, high motor</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1632628"],"_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-695c9465df4af"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-28.2 ppg, 5 rpg, 3 apg, 2.2 spg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Sitting at 1,570 career points, improved passer, creates looks for others</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-332 triples made in his career, likely the most 3-pointers made in ND history</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1632626"],"_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-695c9465df4f3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-The straw that stirs the drink for the Firebirds, dynamic playmaker &amp; creator</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has really strong handles and ball skills, lights-out shooter/sniper, scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Confident competitor, excellent on-ball defense, underrated athleticism </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1418035"],"_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-695c9465df537"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-19.4 ppg, 7.2 rpg, 2.4 apg, 38.5 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Southpaw scorer, can hit the triple, drill the middy &amp; slash to the rim for pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Rebounding at impressive rate this season, hot in a hurry, microwave scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1798696"],"_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-695c9465df57a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-1 of the best mid-range games in ND, regardless of class, underrated athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Natural feel, moves well/underrated athlete, talented finisher, tough defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Scored his 1,000th career point tonight! College coaches need to get eyes on him</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3301436,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/image_de60aa.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/image_de60aa.png" alt="" class="wp-image-3301436" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->