Stock Risers: ND 2028 Ranks

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The latest North Dakota 2028 rankings were updated earlier this week, and as always, there's plenty of movement to break down. With a full high school season now in the books and club basketball just getting underway, it's a perfect time to spotlight the players who are trending in the right direction.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this edition of Stock Risers: ND 2028 Ranks, we take a closer look at 12 prospects who have made noticeable jumps. Whether it's increased production, expanded roles, or clear development in their overall game, these players have done the work to separate themselves and earn a boost in the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Momentum matters this time of year, and with a busy spring and summer ahead, this group has a chance to keep climbing. Let's dive into the 12 stock risers making noise in the North Dakota 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2412094"],"_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-69da4ee66413e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-A talented shooter for the Squirrels who took 2nd Place in State AA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Longy/lanky, looks like he could keep adding inches, has rich basketball bloodlines</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-His shooting range extends out to the NBA arc, good instincts on D for steals</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-69da4ee66420b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Skilled handles, a natural with the rock, smooth in the catch &amp; shoot game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Serious threat from 3pt land, no stranger to drilling multiple treys in a game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Eye-catching athlete, bouncy to the rim, impressive dunker &amp; creative finisher</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-69da4ee6642a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-You can't teach height &amp; Schneider has it, rare size in the soph class, intriguing</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Scores over both shoulders, runs floor well, nice frame to add weight/muscle</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-His skills and game IQ will only evolve during his time with [program_tooltip program_id='2075741' first='ND' last='Phenom']</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-69da4ee664339"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-14.4 ppg (52 FG%), 3.8 rpg, 2.9 apg, 48 made 3's (48.9 3FG%), 34 made FT's (85 FT%)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Left-hander, nice looking stroke with good balance, moves well, hard worker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Works hard at his game, will only get better, becoming a well-rounded O-player</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-69da4ee6643cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-This emerging talent helped the Bearcats get to the State B Tournament</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Long-framed athlete and moves well, thrives at creating separation, shot-maker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Creative scorer in the paint, compelled w/ his pull-up J, three-level scorer</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-69da4ee66445d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Breaks down primary defender, quick-twitch athlete, improved perimeter shooter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Just scratching surface of what he is capable of defensively as anon-ball defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good chance to be a lead guard of the future, the Eagles like his potential</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-69da4ee6644ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Glue guy for the Squirrels (2nd at State), plug &amp; play guy w/ length &amp; athleticism </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Defends multiple positions effectively, utility guy, can do a bit of everything</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Will be interesting to see if he keeps getting taller; athleticism is compelling </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2573796"],"_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-69da4ee664581"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-11.9 ppg, 5.1 rpg, 2.8 spg, 40.6 3FG%, passionate player, cat-like reflexes</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-State B Champion, vital role player for the Cougars who went undefeated</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Winner, shares the ball, knows when to attack, looks like he will keep adding inches</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2417304"],"_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-69da4ee664613"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Improved jump shooter in second half of the season, upside as a scoring threat</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Davies staff loves his ball security and defensive containment, 2-way ball player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hoops w/ great pace, effective in transition, makes positive plays in the halfcourt</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2573820"],"_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-69da4ee6646a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-13.1 ppg (43 FG%), 3.9 rpg, 2.0 apg, 10 EFFpg, 27 made 3FG (27%)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Perkerewicz put up impressive numbers for only being a soph in the EDC</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Noteworthy athlete, a ball-hawk on the hardwood, instinctual playmaker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2713078"],"_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-69da4ee664736"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-PHD likes his size/build, tough Cowboy, not afraid to outwork the opposition</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Works hard on his game/craft, expecting big gains this offseason from Coy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Beast on the glass, high effort on defense, scores his fair share but also moves the rock </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2253958"],"_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-69da4ee6647c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-12.5 ppg, 8.5 rpg, 4.3 apg, 1.9 spg, 1.2 bpg, 43 3FG%. a do-it-all playmaker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-All-District, playmaker for the Thunder (went to State B), catalyst on the court</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Cerebral ball player, gets it done on both ends, tough/scrappy, high% J-shooter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2880829,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/2028-Rankings-Update-crop-802x527-1749691049.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/2028-Rankings-Update-crop-802x527-1749691049.png?w=801" alt="" class="wp-image-2880829" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->