2027 6-5 SG Chase Lumpkin – McEachern
Chase opened up his senior season with a bang, an explosive outing at Georgia’s Elite 8 Tip-Off Classic. Lumpkin put on a show in the nightcap against Wilson Academy, powering the Indians to a 95-71 rout, dumping in 41 points, 10 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals and 1 block. A masterclass scorer, the Alabama-commit filled it up on the perimeter per usual, sinking six threes. He hit difficult shots throughout the night, getting to his spots and elevating to connect on contested jumpers. He flourished using pull-ups and turnarounds and showcased his deep range when launching from distance. What impressed me most however was Lumpkin’s leaping ability. To be a High Major player, more than just a few boxes need to be checked. With Chase, he’s a robust scorer but also a dynamic athlete as he threw down six slams including one to immediately start the game off a steal, setting the tone for the night. Chase flew through the air to catch alley oops but the highlight of his night was when he grabbed an offensive rebound, landed and went off vert to dunk on a larger defender. In a loaded 2027 class, Lumpkin’s name should always be floated in the conversation among the state’s best.

2027 5-11 PG Zach Graves – McEachern
The physical bowling ball lefty flashed his lighting quick nonchalant release hitting three threes against Wilson Academy. Downhill he utilized a spin move to get to the rim for an And-1. Graves finished with 11 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 3 steals. He’s a dangerous threat to score close to 20 a night but instead is willing to play whatever role is asked of him, leading to balanced stat lines as a creator. D-II and D-I schools have been getting involved.

2029 6-9 C Alvin Pettway – McEachern
Alvin is one of the state’s most polished big men. He’s a load to handle inside, really good at finishing with both hands when his back is to the basket. Alvin uses his frame to pound away at the interior before deciphering which moves to turn to. Pettway’s offensive arsenal is growing, a competent jump shooter with range beginning to expand to the three-point line. Against Wilson Academy, Alvin scored three times with his left hand. Two of his six total field goals came via putbacks while he ran the floor for two other hoops and showcased an off the dribble game as he attacked the basket with his left hand for a layup. Pettway gathered 13 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal and 1 block against Wilson Academy’s imposing front line. Kennesaw State and Florida State have offered.

2028 6-1 PG Noah Fleurantin – Wilson Academy
Albeit in a loss, I was extremely impressed with Noah Fleurantin against McEachern. I loved how fearless the Canadian playmaker was, always pushing the ball at a breakneck pace. Noah has tremendous wiggle, a true knack for being able to get two feet in the paint on drives using bursts of speed. Fleurantin was effective in transition, slicing through the defense to score at the rim. Three of his hoops came in the open floor while his lone other was another drive, this time coming in the halfcourt en route to posting 9 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 3 steals. Noah’s electric athleticism and pursuit of the rim had defenders routinely on their heels. If Fleurantin can consistently mix in outside shot making along with limiting turnovers, I think he could emerge as one of the more exciting sleepers in Georgia’s 2028 class.

2029 6-2 G Djordje Knezevic – Wilson Academy
In an up-tempo 95-71 loss to McEachern, Djordje quickly showed how much he loves the three-ball. Knezevic never hesitated when he had an inch of space, launching three after three, especially when open at the wings. Djordje didn’t have his best shooting night but he still managed to cash in on three long balls. Knezevic blended in a pull-up jumper and found a bucket in transition as he finished with 15 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal.