The Expo Carolinas: Scoop’s Favorite 2026 Prospects

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Take a look at the standout prospects from The Expo: Carolinas in the 2026 class!</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>USE CODE</em><strong><em> anderson30</em></strong><em> for 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION!</em><a href="http://www.prephoops.com/subscribe/?coupon=anderson30"> Subscribe</a> today!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">838 [player_tooltip player_id='2381714' first='Damarius' last='Jeter']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jeter was quite the table-setting guard for his squad at The Expo: Carolinas; pushed the pace and looked to constantly be on the attack whether scoring or moving the ball to his teammates; finished strong in traffic with his prowess around the rim</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">871 [player_tooltip player_id='2819110' first='Kevin' last='Butler']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Butler was quite the versatile presence at 6-foot-5 who wouldn't hesitate to showcase his stretch-forward/wing abilities; fearless with his range shooting on the perimeter; battle on the interior for rebounds and cleaned up on the glass; bright future given his length, athleticism and versatility</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">922 [player_tooltip player_id='2253482' first='Jordan' last='Brown']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An athletic lead guard who showed his ability to be a defensive pest as well as an attacker offensively; showed he could finish with authority and in traffic while also showing he could dial it up from deep; a strong framed guard worthy of college attention out of Dreher High</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">933 [player_tooltip player_id='2172142' first='Malcolm' last='McNeill']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A prospect in the 2026 class with a college-ready frame already; vocal leader and a lead by example type who lets his play dictate the tone; did well showcasing his all-around guard skill set, knocked down shots, finished in traffic, defended with presence; one to keep a close eye on at Durham Academy in 2025-26</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">980 [player_tooltip player_id='2916968' first='Ahmad' last='Frazier']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A long, wiry forward prospect who showed off his ability to protect the rim, alter shots and rebound the ball; showed his impact with consistency on the defensive end of the floor; raw offensively still with room to improve his game as a finisher around the rim</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">983 [player_tooltip player_id='1578642' first='Lucas' last='Wiersma']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wiersma was an impressive prospect who played with a ton of energy; showed he could finish around the rim and knock down shots in isolation; athletic wing/forward worthy of college attention from DII/DIII programs given his size, athleticism and skill set</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->