The NC Freshman 40 Camp once again delivered an exciting showcase of emerging talent, giving an early glimpse at the next wave of standout players across North Carolina. This event brought together some of the most promising young prospects in the state—athletes who are already turning heads with their skill, size, and potential. From dynamic guards to versatile forwards and high-upside bigs, the camp provided a clear look at the future of North Carolina basketball. Here’s what our scouts had to say about the talent on display.
2029 JT Williams (Cresset Christian) is an explosive young guard poised for a breakout season. At 6’0, he’s electric with the ball in his hands, using his quick-twitch athleticism and strong feel for the game to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. Williams consistently gets into the paint, plays under control off two feet, and makes smart reads with pace and vision. His blend of speed, IQ, and playmaking ability makes him one of the more intriguing guards in his class.
2029 Anthony Gray (West Forsyth) is a poised and intelligent guard with a tremendous natural feel for the game. At 6’2, he controls the tempo and plays at his own pace, never rushed or forced. Gray excels in transition, advancing the ball quickly to create easy opportunities for teammates, and shows confidence as a perimeter shooter. His decision-making, composure, and all-around skill set make him a mature and reliable playmaker well beyond his age.
2029 Jeremiah Murchison (Fayetteville) has showcased an impressive all-around game and strong two-way impact. At 6’2, he’s an active defender who consistently makes plays with his energy and instincts, while also putting pressure on opponents with the ball in his hands. Murchison stands out as a sharp passer who looks to make the right play every time and contributes in multiple areas — scoring, facilitating, and defending. His competitiveness and complete approach make him a valuable, high-upside young prospect.
2029 Joey Giant (Greensboro Day) is a tough, versatile two-way prospect who consistently plays bigger than his size. At 6’1, he defends multiple positions, battles on the glass, and impacts the game with effort and toughness. Offensively, Giant shows strong ball skills, good feel, and natural scoring instincts, allowing him to contribute in a variety of roles. His versatility, work ethic, and ability to do the little things make him a valuable and reliable piece on both ends of the floor.
2029 Jeremiah Thomas (Phoenix Academy) stands out as one of the most polished freshmen in North Carolina. At 6’4, he combines advanced skill with impressive physical tools, allowing him to impact the game in multiple ways. Thomas scores with confidence—knocking down jumpers, creating off the dribble, and consistently attacking the rim with force. Defensively, his versatility allows him to switch across positions and guard effectively. His combination of maturity, athleticism, and all-around skill makes him one of the most complete young prospects in his class.