Login Subscribe
    • Players/Parents
    • College Coaches
  • Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
    Alabama
    Arizona
    Arkansas
    California
    Colorado
    Dakotas
    Delaware
    Florida
    Georgia
    Idaho
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Kentucky
    Louisiana
    Maryland
    Michigan
    Minnesota
    Missouri
    Nebraska
    Nevada
    New England
    New Jersey
    New Mexico
    New York
    North Carolina
    Ohio
    Oklahoma
    Oregon
    Pennsylvania
    South Carolina
    Tennessee
    Texas
    Utah
    Virginia
    Washington
    West Virginia
    Wisconsin
  • Loading...
  • Loading...
  • Tournaments
    • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
    • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
    Showcases
    • The Expo The Expo
    About Our Events
  • Prep Hoops for
    • Players
    • Parents
    • Club Coaches
    • High School Coaches
    • College Coaches
    • Fans
    View All Features
    • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
    • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round without ads.
    • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
    • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
    • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
    • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
    • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
    • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
    • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
    • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
    • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
    • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
    • Scouts
    • How We Rank
    • Reviews
    • About Us
  • New York
  • Rankings
    • How We Rank

    • Archived Rankings

    • 2026 Rankings

    • 2027 Rankings

    • 2028 Rankings

    • 2029 Rankings

  • Club Programs
  • Player Database
  • Scouts
  • Home
  • Coverage
      Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
      Alabama
      Arizona
      Arkansas
      California
      Colorado
      Dakotas
      Delaware
      Florida
      Georgia
      Idaho
      Illinois
      Indiana
      Iowa
      Kansas
      Kentucky
      Louisiana
      Maryland
      Michigan
      Minnesota
      Missouri
      Nebraska
      Nevada
      New England
      New Jersey
      New Mexico
      New York
      North Carolina
      Ohio
      Oklahoma
      Oregon
      Pennsylvania
      South Carolina
      Tennessee
      Texas
      Utah
      Virginia
      Washington
      West Virginia
      Wisconsin
  • Events
      Tournaments
      • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
      • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
      Showcases
      • The Expo The Expo
      About Our Events
  • Rankings
      Loading...
  • Scores
      Loading...
  • Features
      Prep Hoops for
      • Players
      • Parents
      • Club Coaches
      • High School Coaches
      • College Coaches
      • Fans
      View All Features
      • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
      • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round without ads.
      • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
      • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
      • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
      • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
      • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
      • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
      • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
      • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
      • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
      • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
  • About Us
      • Scouts
      • How We Rank
      • Reviews
      • About Us
  • Support
Login Subscribe

NY Names to Know

NY Names to Know
Photo: MaxPreps
Aasim Sullivan
Aasim Sullivan July 20, 2025 @ 02:25 PM
Facebook
X (Formerly Twitter)

In this article:

Brayden Jones
Brayden Jones 6'7" | PF | 2026
New E
Micah Gordon
Micah Gordon 6'0" | PG | 2027
NJ
Najai Hines
Najai Hines 6'9" | C | 2025
NJ
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some players that star in their role and have winning attributes.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1889492"],"_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-687d42a391119"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hines is a big, physical presence in the paint who anchors the defense. He rebounds at a high level, consistently securing boards on both ends. His size and strength allow him to contest shots and alter opponents' finishes around the rim. Offensively, he provides toughness inside and creates second-chance opportunities with his effort.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Gabriel Hornberger","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025 ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77248","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"The Peddie School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='2078615' first='NY' last='Rens']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687d42a391238"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hornberger is a reliable 3-and-D player who consistently knocks down open shots from the perimeter. He takes pride in defending multiple positions and making life difficult for opposing scorers. Offensively, he values possessions and rarely turns the ball over. His combination of smart decision-making and floor spacing makes him a key piece on both ends.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2553710"],"_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-687d42a3912b8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jones is a strong interior presence who protects the paint and anchors the defense. He rebounds effectively, securing boards and limiting second-chance opportunities for opponents. Offensively, he finishes well around the basket and consistently scores on the inside. His physicality and toughness make him a constant factor in the post on both ends of the floor.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Anthony Penado","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'5u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77247","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"South Shore","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687d42a3913a4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Penado is a big guard who uses his size and strength to get to the basket and finish through contact. He plays with a smooth, controlled pace that keeps defenders off balance. His ability to create off the dribble and get downhill makes him a tough cover. With his tools and feel for the game, he has nice long-term upside.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2344521"],"_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-687d42a391421"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gordon is a smooth initiator who runs the offense with poise and confidence. He has a high basketball IQ, consistently making the right reads and setting up his teammates. While he excels as a playmaker, he can also score when needed, showing touch from mid-range and the ability to finish at the rim. His balance of scoring and facilitating makes him a valuable lead guard.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Here are some players that star in their role and have winning attributes.

Najai Hines

Najai Hines

NJ
C
HEIGHT 6'9"
POS C
CLASS 2025
View Player
​
Najai
Hines C
Class
2025
Height
6'9"
HS
Plainfield
|
NJ
NY Names to Know
Hines is a big, physical presence in the paint who anchors the defense. He rebounds at a high...
Written by Aasim Sullivan
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Najai Hines

Twitter
State: New Jersey
School: Plainfield
Club: NY Rens
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Gabriel Hornberger

Gabriel Hornberger

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SG
CLASS 2025

Gabriel Hornberger

School: The Peddie School
Club: NY Rens
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Brayden Jones

Brayden Jones

New E
PF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Brayden
Jones PF
Class
2026
Height
6'7"
HS
East Catholic
|
New E
NY Names to Know
Jones is a strong interior presence who protects the paint and anchors the defense. He rebounds effectively, securing...
Written by Aasim Sullivan
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Brayden Jones

State: New England
School: East Catholic
Club: City Rocks EYBL
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Anthony Penado

Anthony Penado

HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2027

Anthony Penado

School: South Shore
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Micah Gordon

Micah Gordon

NJ
PG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Micah
Gordon PG
Class
2027
Height
6'0"
HS
Plainfield
|
NJ
NY Names to Know
Gordon is a smooth initiator who runs the offense with poise and confidence. He has a high basketball...
Written by Aasim Sullivan
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Micah Gordon

Instagram Twitter
State: New Jersey
School: Plainfield
Club: PSA Cardinals
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Prep Hoops

Access all of Prep Hoops

Continue reading this article and more.

Continue Reading
Already a subscriber? Log in

Rankings

139 Players Ranked

  • 1
    Dylan Mingo

    Dylan Mingo

    Long Island Lutheran

  • 2
    Jasiah Jervis

    Jasiah Jervis

    Archbishop Stepinac

  • 3
    Kayden Allen

    Kayden Allen

    Montverde Academy

  • 4
    Adonis Ratliff

    Adonis Ratliff

    Stepinac

  • 5
    Darius Ratliff

    Darius Ratliff

    Stepinac

View Full Rankings

Related Articles

  • Big Apple Report Buffalo To The City

    Big Apple Report Buffalo To The City

    Frank Mantesta • October 3

  • PGH Prep Jamboree Big Guard Standouts

    PGH Prep Jamboree Big Guard Standouts

    Tom Keller • October 3

  • CHSAA Team Previews Holy Cross- Molloy-Loughlin

    CHSAA Team Previews Holy Cross- Molloy-Loughlin

    Frank Mantesta • October 2

  • CHSAA Team Previews BQ Division Nazareth- Xaverian

    CHSAA Team Previews BQ Division Nazareth- Xaverian

    Frank Mantesta • October 1

  • September Rankings Update: Who was added to our New York 2026 list?

    September Rankings Update: Who was added to our New York 2026 list?

    Prep Hoops Staff • September 30

Loading...
Home New York NY Names to Know

Prep Network

  • Prep Network
  • Prep Dig
  • Prep Girls Hoops
  • Prep Hoops
  • Prep Lacrosse
  • Prep Redzone
  • Prep Soccer
  • Prep Softball

Company

  • News
  • About
  • Careers
  • Store
  • Partner Interest Form

Resources

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Cookie Policy
  • NCSA College Recruiting
  • Recruiting Tips
  • Student Loan Resources
  • College Scholarship Search

Support

  • My Account
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

© 2025 Prep Hoops. All rights reserved.