Nick Emery averaged 29.7 points per game at the prestigious Beach Ball Classic in December, hitting 18 threes in four outings while leading Lone Peak to the title game.
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BYU
Current rank: NR
Why he's on the rise: BYU fans are dreaming of a Jimmer Fredette-like impact for the in-state sensation. That's an unfair expectation, but his shooting ability will ensure he is a major contributor for the Cougars. Emery is averaging 22.5 points per game and has knocked down 68 3-pointers in 19 games.
Anton Gill, 6-2, 180, G, Ravenscroft (Raleigh, N.C.)Headed to: Louisville
Current rank: No. 36
Why he's on the rise: Playing in the competitive North Carolina independent school ranks, Ravenscroft is 25-3 with Gill turning in some dominating performances along the way. He poured in 34 points last week in a big win over Christ School and is averaging over 18 points per game.
Dontel Highsmith, 6-2, 180, G, Dowagiac (Mich.)Headed to: Undecided
Current rank: NR
Why he's on the rise: Highsmith has put an injury-riddled sophomore campaign behind him in a big way. He's pouring in over 31 points per game and went off for 33 in a half in a late-January game.
JaJuan Johnson, 6-5, 185, G, Southwind (Memphis, Tenn.)Headed to: Undecided
Current rank: NR
Why he's on the rise: Johnson's play this season has somewhat overshadowed more highly-regarded teammate
Johnathan Williams III. He's pouring in 23.2 points per game for the nationally-ranked Jaguars.
Roschon Prince, 6-6, 215, G/F, Long Beach Poly (Calif.)Headed to: Undecided
Current rank: No. 53
Why he's on the rise: Long Beach Poly is 54-3 over the past two seasons and Prince is a major reason why. This year the junior wing is producing 20.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 2.3 steals per game. He named San Diego State the leader in his recruitment earlier this month.
