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(1) 6'0 Eli Ellis (Moravian Prep)
While many prospects are capable of playing up a level or two, it seems like Eli Ellis has been playing up numerous age groups for quite a while. It would be shocking if anyone was uninformed about the tough, shot-making guard, given how popular he and Moravian Prep have been over the recent memory. Regardless, Ellis is a lethal shooting threat with vision, deep range, and ability off the bounce. He's able to attack the basket, create for himself and others, and pose problems with or without the ball in his hands. Ellis is a clear focal point for the Lions, and should only continue turning heads with his nonstop production.
(2) 6'8 Zymicah Wilkins (R-S Central)
After years of watching him blossom as a middle-school prospect, Zymicah Wilkins more than maintained his high-level status during his freshman season. He's a big, strong, incredibly skilled big man with an exceptional feel for the game on both ends of the floor. Wilkins possesses amazing touch, footwork, vision, and overall fundamentals as a post prospect. He moves well for his size, utilizes his body well around the basket, and is skilled enough to legitimately dictate the offense from the high/low post or as an initiator. Though his high-school averages are still very impressive (especially for a freshman), Wilkins' production will undoubtedly take another step forward next season. He will definitely be one to monitor, as he continues to showcase special qualities.
(3) 6'2 Isaiah Henry (Cannon)
Some folks have been around long enough to recognize Isaiah Henry as the younger brother of KJ Henry (who plays football at Clemson). However, the newest Henry has already made quite a name for himself on the hardwood. He's a big, athletic, fairly well-rounded guard prospect with the ability to produce in various different roles. Henry can effectively set up the offense, operate as a playmaker, or apply scoring pressure in a variety of different ways. He's at his best in transition or when getting downhill and attacking the basket, but can also shoot the ball at a respectable percentage. Henry possesses a strong frame and utilizes it well on both ends of the floor. Expect to hear his name a lot over the coming years.
(4) 6'8 Colt Langdon (Millbrook)
Similar to another entry on this list, a notable combination of size and skill will always entice'which is a large part of what makes Colt Langdon so appealing. He's long and skilled with the necessary size and feel to naturally create matchup problems for opponents. Langdon can reliably post-up, spot-up, initiate the offense, and score the ball from all levels. He displays touch around the basket and shoots the ball at a high percentage from the perimeter. Langdon handles the ball well, especially for his size, and does a great job of attacking off the bounce if needed. He also displays vision, defensive instincts, and the versatility to control the glass and push the break in transition. Given his array of tools, folks should expect Langdon to just get better and better.
(5) 6'5 Jackson Keith (Southern Durham)
Although rankings are subjective, Jackson Keith is someone who (personally) should be ranked a few spots higher on this list. The current tools and production cross-sectioned with his incredibly attainable upside arguably make him the most appealing long-term prospect in North Carolina's Class of 2025. Keith is a smart, smooth, all-around wing prospect with the ability to score the ball from basically anywhere on the floor. He's a solid creator with a useful handle and overall vision as a playmaker. Keith displays toughness, unselfishness, and an active motor on both ends of the floor. He forces turnovers at a nice rate, rebounds the ball well for his size/position, and understands how to impact the game on both ends of the floor. Keith is clearly a special player who should only continue to trend upward over the foreseeable future.