Daniel got stronger as the game went on, finishing with 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 assists. The Catawba commit found a way to stay productive when his shot wasn’t falling early, and then helped lead a comeback effort that ultimately fell short.

Daniel was another integral element in the well-oiled machine that is 3A Central Cabarrus. The Vikings went back-to-back after its win over Seventy-First. Thanks in large part to Daniel’s 14 points, the Vikings finished the 2023-24 season exactly as they concluded the 2022-23 campaign – as state champions. Daniel is one of three team captains on this year’s Vikings rendition. He knows how to get his teammates in position to make plays as evidenced by the nine assists he sent out and comes through on the defensive end as well as evidenced by the three steals he collected. When Daniel steps on the court next, it will be in the college ranks at Catawba.

Chase showcased his winning mentality and leadership once again this week as he contributed to his team’s pursuit of a State Championship repeat. Teaming up with his talented brother Carson in the backcourt, Chase’s quickness, ability to attack the basket, and high basketball IQ posed challenges for opponents on both ends of the floor. His defensive prowess was evident in his ability to disrupt opposing offenses, while his court vision and decision making allowed him to effectively dissect the defense and find open teammates. As he concludes his high school career, Chase delivered an impressive performance, tallying 14 points, 9 assists, 5 rebounds, and 3 steals, further solidifying his legacy as one of the area’s most accomplished winners.

As I said before, both Daniel brothers were excellent, and it was nice to see Chase do a lot of similar things to Carson but also score the ball very well. He had great composure and ability to attack the defense every night, highlighted by his transition three that got his team really going in the second half. I’m a fan of both of their games, and expect them to be great for Catawba next season.

Both of the Daniel brothers have been excellent facilitators to start the year, with CC beating the brakes off teams and allowing them to initiate the offense. Chase has excelled, with 8.8 APG through 5 contests, and an AST/TO ratio of 7.33. Catawba has gotten a steal in both of them, and the dynamic duo will look to take their scoring and playmaking to the collegiate level.

The Daniel twins have been on the PrepHoops radar for a long time since they popped onto the grassroots scene with CC Elite and now BSA Elite to end their careers. They’re a headache on both ends of the floor given their knack for operating in the backcourt as a top tandem in the state. They led Central Cabrrus High to 32-0 record in 2022-23 capped off by a 3A NCHSAA State title against UNC commit Drake Powell and Northwood High in last year’s final. They’ll look to make it back to back state titles to close out their high school careers as they should contend for a state title once again in 2023-24.

• Contributed by Jay Anderson

Last Season Stats – 13.6 PPG, 4.7 APG, 3.6 SPG

Daniel and his brother share many similarities, considering they’re twins, but both have their own abilities that make them shine. Chase is a gifted scorer that finishes around the hoop well and is very selective and efficient when he scores the ball. Also a plus plus outside shooting threat from deep where he tears defenses apart. On defense he’s great at matching up with bigger players and using his tenacity and toughness to make them uncomfortable.