Five-star Deron Rippey Jr. goes off at Jordan Holiday Classic, updates recruitment

Posted Dec 31, 2024
Deron Rippey Jr., a five-star point guard in the class of 2026 (who received a UNC offer on Monday), made his case for the nation’s top point guard at the Jordan Holiday Classic, dropping 27.5 points, 5 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in two wins for Blair Academy. "He was really good," one NBA scout said. "He’s a much better outside shooter than advertised." (Zag's Blog)

Related: Basketball Recruiting, Recruiting Board

Bentley Lusakueno receives UNC Basketball offer
The UNC Basketball staff has been making moves with some of the premier recruits around the country, and that continued Wednesday with an offer to...
Thu Sep 17, 2026

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Beckham Black Official Visit Preview
Five-star point guard Beckham Black, the No. 1 ranked player in the 2027 basketball recruiting class, is taking an official visit to UNC this weekend...
Thu Sep 17, 2026

Video: Is UNC's Basketball Roster Worth $20 Million? Tar Heel Recruiting Preview
Joe Tipton and Jamie Shaw join the Field of 68: After Dark podcast to discuss UNC Basketball's roster transformation that includes several high-profile transfer portal...
Thu Sep 17, 2026

Video: IC Podcast - Michael Malone's UNC Work So Far
Basketball analyst Rob Harrington joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the work done by coach Michael Malone as UNC enters the 2026-27 season, the Tar Heels'...
Wed Sep 16, 2026