ESPN’s latest 2027 SC Next 100 update put four Miami-connected prospects in the national top 10, and the network paired each one with an NBA comparison that says plenty about how highly these recruits are viewed.
The highest-rated of the group is Beckham Black, who landed at No. 2 overall. ESPN matched the 6-foot-3 point guard with Andrew Nembhard, pointing to his pace, poise, playmaking feel and winning impact.
Miami is among the schools that have offered Black, along with Arkansas, Duke, Texas, North Carolina, Kentucky, Virginia, USC and others. In the 247Sports Composite, he checks in as the No. 3 overall prospect and the No. 1 point guard.
Malachi Jordan comes in at No. 6 and drew a Devin Vassell comparison from ESPN. The outlet highlighted Jordan’s three-level scoring, shot-making approach, rebounding and offensive polish.
The 6-foot-7 forward plays at Prolific Prep in Fort Lauderdale, meaning he’ll be in South Florida for his senior season. Miami is in the mix with Tennessee, Vanderbilt, Alabama, Kansas, UConn, BYU, Indiana and others.
At No. 8 is Lewis Uvwo, a 6-foot-10 center who ESPN compared to Moussa Diabate. His defensive range, rebounding, rim protection and motor stood out, along with a 7-foot-7 wingspan and a 9-foot-3 standing reach. Uvwo also attends Prolific Prep, and Miami is battling Duke, UCLA, BYU, Baylor, Texas, Providence, Michigan, Illinois, Arkansas, Kentucky, Georgia and others for his commitment.
Rounding out the Miami-linked group is Cayden Daughtry at No. 10.
ESPN’s comparison for him was Trae Young, with the writeup citing his deep range, quick release, off-the-dribble scoring and ability to break down defenses. Daughtry put up 26.5 points, 5.2 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 2.7 steals last season while leading Calvary Christian to a second straight Class 3A state title.
MaxPreps also named him its National Junior of the Year and Florida High School Basketball Player of the Year. His recruitment includes Miami, Michigan, Iowa, UConn, Florida State, Florida, USC, Providence, Tennessee, Louisville, Texas, LSU and Kentucky.
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