Malachi Simpson
Malachi Simpson
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Jay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Simpson is another prospect for DII and DIII programs in the region to get to know at Hendersonville High. He led the way with 20.9 points, 8.9 rebounds, 2.7 steals and 1.8 assists per game for the Bearcats in 2023-24, racking up 13 double-doubles. He’s a lengthy prospect at 6-foot-6 who’s shown he’s capable of wreaking havoc on both ends of the floor with his length and athleticism. He returns as a top name to know in the NCHSAA 2A ranks this upcoming season given his activity around the rim and defensively.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Simpson is a prospect to get eyes on with NLPB Next Level Prospects Basketball on the independent grassroots scene as July heats back up. At 6-foot-6, he’s shown he’s capable of operating at either forward position given his ability to get to the paint off the bounce and create in the post. He’s a name for college programs in the Western region especially to get to know given his versatility at the forward spot. After all, he produced 20.9 points, 8.9 rebounds and 2.7 steals per game in 2023-24 while recording 13 double-doubles as a junior at Hendersonville High. Look for him to do even more as a rising senior with the Bearcats in 2024-25.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Simpson is another familiar wing presence out West at Hendersonville High as he moves from No. 49 into the 39th spot in the latest rankings update. He led the way for his squad as they finished 19-8 on the year with 20.9 PPG, 8.9 RPG, 2.7 SPG and 1.8 APG. He finished ranked 47th in double-doubles, according to MaxPreps, with 13 on the season. He’s a versatile forward presence who can hold his own as a slashing and paint presence.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Simpson is a name who continues to excel for Hendersonville High in his junior season. They’re 12-6 and 5-2 in the Mountain Foothills Conference this year. He ranks ninth among juniors this season in double-doubles with eight heading into the final days of January. At 6-foot-6, he’s shown he can operate as a dual forward who can attack the paint and rebound the ball in traffic. He’s remained a consistent name in the rotation with 21.6 PPG, 8.7 RPG, 3.1 SPG and 2.1 APG. He’s a versatile presence who’s proven he can do more than score on the hardwood.
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Read EvaluationVictor Taylor | Prep Hoops Scout
Simpson had 34 points and 11 rebounds in a big win over Polk County, including 3 triples on the offensive end. He’s got great college level size to play on the wing, and knows how to attack the basket as a slasher. He’s good in transition, plays above the rim, and can cut off the ball in order to get an easy layup or dunk as well. Shown he can be an impact defender with his length and effort he shows on that side of the ball too.
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Read EvaluationJay Anderson | Prep Hoops Scout
Hendersonville High had themselves quite the season, finishing with a 25-4 record and going 11-1 in the Mountain Foothills Conference in the 2A West ranks, overtaking rival RS-Central with
Malachi Simpson
Malachi
Simpson
6'6" | SF
Hendersonville | 2025
State
NC
leading the charge. He moves 30 spots up to the 26th spot in the latest 2025 rankings. He’s a lengthy wing/forward prospect at 6-foot-6 that’s starting to show his growth on the hardwood. He finished his sophomore campaign with 20.0 ppg, 7.7 rpg, 2.5 spg, 2.1 apg and 1.0 bpg on 55 percent shooting from the field in 2022-23. He’s a prospect that knows how to play with a motor on both ends of floor, utilizing his length to make an impact in the frontcourt and on the perimeter. He’s a name to watch with Next Level Prospects Basketball this grassroots cycle.
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Read EvaluationVictor Taylor | Prep Hoops Scout
Simpson is a rising name to know about in the 2025 class, and his smooth, fluid game made a great impression on me this weekend. He can score from all three levels, with explosion and quickness to get to the rim and a good looking jumper. He moves well off the ball, letting his teammates get involved without having to be ball dominant. Simpson seems to be still gaining athleticism and strength, and this high upside is what makes me intrigued by his game style. He should be a name to monitor for college coaches in a few years.
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Read EvaluationBrandon Moore | Prep Hoops Scout
Malachi is very active defensively and causes a lot of chaos. He is an athlete who runs the floor well in transition and finishes well at the basket. He also uses his athleticism to attack the basket off the dribble.
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