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Grassroots: Class of 2027 Spring Sleepers

Grassroots: Class of 2027 Spring Sleepers
Photo: Dixie Basketball
Hector Marquez
Hector Marquez May 27, 2026 @ 01:08 PM
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Easton Putzke
Easton Putzke 6'5" | SF | 2027
UT
Mack Howard
Mack Howard 6'2" | SG/CG | 2027
UT
Issaiah Thompson
Issaiah Thompson 6'5" | PF | 2027
UT
Azan Afridi
Azan Afridi 6'3" | CG/SF | 2027
UT
Logan Brimhall
Logan Brimhall 6'3" | CG | 2027
UT
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Spring is wrapping up, and summer is on its way, and these are some sleepers that are heating up. Let's take a look at some of the 2027 Spring Sleepers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2951706"],"_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-6a173331c4c8f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Howard is a sleeper in the class, bringing good size to the floor as both an off-ball and on-ball player. His guard skillset could be valuable at the next level. Howard has the potential to double his scoring output this high school season. He is a good shooter who could heat up from beyond the arc, which could significantly elevate his game and offensive floor-spreading ability. Howard has a great game that translates to the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2400727"],"_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-6a173331c4d22"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brimhall certainly fits the sleeper category, poised for significant improvement. Lone Peak is expected to be a top contender in 6A, and Brimhall can take advantage of the attention his teammates receive. His ability as a knockdown shooter makes him dangerous, but he also possesses some hidden athleticism that occasionally surfaces.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2951709"],"_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-6a173331c4d90"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Putzke is poised to take the reins at Juan Diego. His size as a taller guard, around 6'6, makes him a difficult matchup for opponents. Having had a strong spring, it's easy to envision him becoming a 10-point, 5-rebound player next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2612667"],"_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-6a173331c4df6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With the departure of key players from Herriman, Afridi is poised to step into a more significant role. Anticipate a notable improvement in his outside shooting this upcoming season, primarily due to increased scoring opportunities. His rebounding ability is also expected to improve with more playing time. He is a player to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2844484"],"_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-6a173331c4e59"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the biggest sleepers in the class. Mainly because he is playing down south.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He is a promising dual-sport athlete showcasing significant potential and natural athleticism. Possessing the ability to attack the basket with explosiveness and finish above the rim, he also demonstrates exceptional rebounding skills, often securing boards well beyond his immediate area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTmlnbIAtC_/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Spring is wrapping up, and summer is on its way, and these are some sleepers that are heating up. Let's take a look at some of the 2027 Spring Sleepers.

Mack Howard

Mack Howard

UT
SG/CG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS SG/CG
CLASS 2027
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Mack
Howard SG/CG
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
HS
Dixie
|
UT
Grassroots: Class of 2027 Spring Sleepers
Howard is a sleeper in the class, bringing good size to the floor as both an off-ball and...
Written by Hector Marquez
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Mack Howard

Instagram
State: Utah
School: Dixie
Club: Utah Gold
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Highlights

Logan Brimhall

Logan Brimhall

UT
CG
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS CG
CLASS 2027
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Logan
Brimhall CG
Class
2027
Height
6'3"
HS
Lone Peak
|
UT
Grassroots: Class of 2027 Spring Sleepers
Brimhall certainly fits the sleeper category, poised for significant improvement. Lone Peak is expected to be a top...
Written by Hector Marquez
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Logan Brimhall

State: Utah
School: Lone Peak
Club: Utah Gold
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Easton Putzke

Easton Putzke

UT
SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
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Easton
Putzke SF
Class
2027
Height
6'5"
HS
Juan Diego
|
UT
Grassroots: Class of 2027 Spring Sleepers
Putzke is poised to take the reins at Juan Diego. His size as a taller guard, around 6’6,...
Written by Hector Marquez
Read more at PrepHoops.com
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Easton Putzke

State: Utah
School: Juan Diego
Club: Utah Gold
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Azan Afridi

Azan Afridi

UT
CG/SF
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS CG/SF
CLASS 2027
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Azan
Afridi CG/SF
Class
2027
Height
6'3"
HS
Herriman
|
UT
Grassroots: Class of 2027 Spring Sleepers
With the departure of key players from Herriman, Afridi is poised to step into a more significant role....
Written by Hector Marquez
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Azan Afridi

Instagram
State: Utah
School: Herriman
Club: Salt City Hustle
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Issaiah Thompson

Issaiah Thompson

UT
PF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS PF
CLASS 2027
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Issaiah
Thompson PF
Class
2027
Height
6'5"
HS
Snow Canyon
|
UT
Grassroots: Class of 2027 Spring Sleepers
One of the biggest sleepers in the class. Mainly because he is playing down south. He is a...
Written by Hector Marquez
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Issaiah Thompson

State: Utah
School: Snow Canyon
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