The NXT 100 Showcase Northeast featured a talented group of young prospects eager to make a name for themselves. Players competed with confidence, embraced coaching, and showed a willingness to impact the game in multiple ways. The showcase highlighted strong guard play, emerging versatility across positions, and several prospects whose upside continues to grow. What separated this group was their feel for the game, competitiveness, and ability to make adjustments throughout the day. The future looks bright for Northeast basketball as this next generation continues to develop and improve.
Josh Johnson | 5’7” | 2030
Johnson plays with the poise of a much older guard and rarely puts himself in trouble with the basketball. He makes quick decisions, values possessions, and consistently gets his team organized. His first step allows him to create advantages and put pressure on defenders. Johnson looks like a player who can earn JV or varsity minutes early because of his feel and decision making. He understands how to impact winning.
Elijah Roach | 5’8” | 2030
Roach brings length, activity, and versatility to the floor every time he plays. He competes on both ends and consistently runs the floor hard in transition. His long arms help him disrupt passing lanes and create defensive pressure. Roach has the tools to continue developing into a legitimate prospect as he gets stronger and more skilled. The foundation is there.
Noah Douglas | 5’9” | 2030
Douglas is a natural scorer who can put points on the board from all three levels. He embraces the midrange game, a skill that continues to separate players who truly understand scoring. Douglas attacks downhill, finishes around defenders, and can make shots from the perimeter. Once he gets into rhythm he becomes difficult to slow down. Bucket getter.
Carrington Morris | 5’11” | 2030
Morris has a strong frame and knows exactly how to use it to his advantage. He attacks the paint with purpose and embraces physical play around the basket. Morris can make difficult shots but also capitalizes on the easy ones when defenses lose discipline. His broad shoulders and body control allow him to create space naturally. Tough matchup.
Chad Whiting | 6’0” | 2030
Whiting impacts the game in ways that do not always show up in the box score. He anticipates plays well, protects the rim, and crashes the glass with intent. What makes him even more intriguing is the development of his perimeter game and ability to knock down the three. Whiting continues adding tools to his game. His versatility is growing.
Dil’yen Ebron | 5’5” | 2031
Ebron is a confident slasher who consistently finds his way into the paint. He uses his shiftiness and creativity to break defenders down and create driving angles. Once he gets downhill he has the touch and flair to finish around bigger players. Ebron understands how paint touches open up the rest of the floor. He keeps defenses honest.
Alex Chadwick Meyers | 5’5” | 2031
Chadwick Meyers can heat up in a hurry and completely change the flow of a game. He shoots it with range, picks his spots wisely, and understands when to attack. His craftiness with the ball allows him to create scoring opportunities that are not always there initially. Once he gets rolling, points come quickly. Microwave scorer.
DJ Nelson | 6’4” | 2031
At 6’4” as a seventh grader, Nelson immediately catches your attention physically. What stands out even more is how comfortable he is making quick decisions and keeping the offense moving. He is not afraid of contact in the paint and can occasionally stretch the floor with his jumper. Nelson plays unselfishly and understands how to fit within a team concept. The upside is obvious.
Isaiah Stephen | 5’3” | 2032
Stephen is elusive with the basketball and has a knack for squeezing through tight spaces. He navigates traffic well and uses a quality floater when bigger defenders are waiting at the rim. Stephen also shows the ability to create opportunities for teammates when defenses collapse. His creativity and confidence stand out. Fun player to watch.
Zach Chestnut | 5’3” | 2032
Chestnut plays with maturity well beyond his years and rarely looks rattled. He shoots the ball with confidence and displays clean mechanics from the perimeter. Chestnut understands spacing, timing, and how to stay within the flow of the game. His approach is steady and fundamentally sound. Bright future ahead.
