Stock Risers 2028 ND Ranks

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Earlier this week, PHD updated the 2028 Prospect Rankings. <span style="text-decoration: underline">Today, we look at 12 ballers who moved up the Ranks</span>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100"}}} --> <p style="font-style:normal;font-weight:100">See below for player comments...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2941352,"width":"271px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/image_318f5e.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/image_318f5e.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2941352" style="width:271px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2414460' first='Jaxson' last='Haug'] |6'0 G| Central Cass</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had a quality summer of basketball, two-way player, breakout season ahead</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Nice skills, hits perimeter J's, good on O-glass, aggressive slasher, scores in/out</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2376315' first='Brody' last='Degner'] |6'4 C| Bismarck Legacy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Big-bodied, looks physically ready for varsity, could bring depth to Sabers frontcourt</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Strong southpaw, does work down low, boards up on both ends, shares the ball, good eyes</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2411492' first='Alex' last='Winczewski'] |5'8 G| Minot</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Expecting a good amount of varsity burn, sounds like he stepped it up this summer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hard worker &amp; hustler, smart ball player, quality skill level, can shoot it &amp; set up others</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2411482' first='Jack' last='Stevick'] |6'5 C| Minot</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good footwork, solid post defense, will get some varsity burn this season, Magi need his length</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Dad played a Minot State, good person/kid, expecting him to keep getting better, nice potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2413967' first='Brody' last='Richter'] |6'0 G| Linton-HMB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The Lions are high on this youngster, Richter is going to be a dude, a special bball talent</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved physically, finishes extremely well, makes the game look easy, great feel &amp; smart</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2376316' first='Jett' last='Heck'] |5'10 SF| Bismarck Legacy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Versatile athlete who stands out with an all-around game, quick feet &amp; sharp bball reactions</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Handles it well, sets up others, legit finisher, tough competitor, high effort baller, unselfish</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2349627' first='Braxton' last='Azure'] |6'2 G| Dunseith</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The Dragons are high on Azure, very good summer, played a ton of hoops, excellent shooter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Uses height &amp; athleticism to finish at cup, all-around baller, should be All-Region type of guy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2417295' first='Zaine' last='Blixt'] |5'11 G/SF| Central Cass</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Gets it done on defensive end, strong player, forces turnovers, sharp instincts &amp; closes quickly</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Works well w/ others, good feet, team player, draws help D &amp; sets up others, can also hit the 3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2856958' first='Kieper' last='Krefting'] |5'10 G| Grand Forks Red River</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Coaches kid who knows the game well, had a nice off-season &amp; upgraded his overall game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-High effort/energy, hard worker, boards well for a G, positive plays in transition, solid defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2573805' first='Eli' last='Maack'] |6'1 F| Kindred</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-PHD is thinking Eli will start for the Vikings, expectations are high for Mr. Maack</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had a quality off-season, southpaw who can stroke it, a productive rebounder</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2417304' first='Stuart' last='Deutsch'] |5'9 G| Fargo Davies</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Physical &amp; aggressive baller for his age, active &amp; creative lead guard, PG &amp; floor general </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Playmaker, plays fast but can also dictate tempo, creates well for others but can also score</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2708519' first='Reid' last='Schneider'] |6'5 C| Glen Ullin-Hebron</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-I like his length, he should have a very good season in Class B, All-District &amp; Region type of forward</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Does the little things on the inside, consistent finisher, mobile &amp; reliable defender, gamer/competitor</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2941356,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/image_9ffb07.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/image_9ffb07.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2941356" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->