2029 Kingston Cardwell (1of1 Elite)
Cardwell continues to prove why he is one of the more special young guards in North Carolina. He brings a dynamic offensive skillset, consistently making an impact with his ability to create off the dribble, attack downhill, and generate paint touches. Cardwell also shows confidence in his shot-making, knocking down perimeter looks and keeping defenses on their heels. His scoring versatility and playmaking instincts make him a tough matchup and a name to continue watching closely.
2028 Mason Collins (CP3)
Collins continues to establish himself as a premier prospect with his blend of size, skill, and versatility. He impacts the game in multiple ways, showing the ability to be a physical presence as an enforcer while also thriving off the ball within the flow of the offense. Collins’ overall development is evident, as he continues to expand his game and provide value on both ends of the floor as he showed why he is one of the top prospects in the country.
2028 Jermier Nelson (CP3)
Nelson is a strong playmaking point guard who continues to trend upward as a prospect. He brings a balanced floor game, showing the ability to create for others while also making smart decisions with the ball in his hands. Coming off a big high school season, Nelson plays with confidence and control, and he looks poised to continue flourishing with his team. His steady production and leadership at the position should only help boost his recruitment moving forward.
2026 Ayden Johnson (Drifty)
Johnson once again showcased just how dangerous he can be in the backcourt. A shifty and creative guard, he does a great job of creating space for himself and keeping defenders off balance. What truly stands out is his shooting ability, as he displayed deep range and knocked down shots with confidence and ease. Johnson’s combination of creativity and perimeter scoring makes him a constant offensive threat.
2027 Markus Kerr (Drifty)
Kerr made a strong return to the court, looking bigger, stronger, and ready to take the next step as a prospect. He brings a well-rounded game with the ability to score from multiple levels, showing comfort both attacking and knocking down shots. Kerr’s versatility allows him to impact the game in a variety of ways, and he projects as a high-major prospect who can be a valuable piece for a program moving forward.
2026 Ant Brown (Drifty)
Brown showed exactly why he’s a high-level prospect, putting on an electric display with his ability to create off the dribble. A Vanderbilt commit, Brown combines shifty, quick handles with strong court awareness, allowing him to break down defenders and generate offense at will. He is a true scoring threat from all areas of the floor and plays with a tremendous overall feel, making him a dynamic weapon in the backcourt.