While the rest of the East Coast turmoils in snow and arctic temperatures, it’s unofficially spring time here in the Peach State. 

Not only is the weather turning, but the hoops calendar is as well. The regular season is winding down, and tournaments (region and state) are all but visible on the horizon. 

Here at On The Radar, that means we’re simultaneously living in the present while preparing for the rapidly approaching travel season. 

Because the 2027 class is who’ll be at the center of all recruiting discussions post transfer portal chaos, that’s where much of my attention has been focused recently. Brushing up on old notes, updating personal scouting reports, in-person viewings, film reviews, etc. 

Here are some of the guys to keep tabs on as we get closer to recruiting season:

Roman Avery - Mt. Bethel

Roman Avery had an outstanding 16U season with Sewer South, and he’s having an even better junior season with Mt. Bethel. Avery has been one of the most consistently great players on a team with nationally recognized talent. He’s put up big-time scoring numbers this season. A significant amount of his production comes from the beyond 3-point line where he can heat up with the best of them. He uses his threat as a shooter to attack the rim with good athleticism. He used 2025 to build momentum ahead of an important spring. 

Noah Brady - Mount Vernon

Brady is a developing forward with long-term upside. At 6-foot-7, his skill is his best attribute on the floor. Brady can handle, attack on straight-line drives, and push in transition. He can play with finesse and touch around the basket, or he can rise up for athletic dunks. Brady has shown flashes of being able to play as a hub from the forward spot with aware passing. He’s good now, but his best basketball is ahead of him. 

Quint McGrath - Mount Vernon

The Mustangs are having one of the best seasons in school history. They have a deep team, and several of their best players are juniors. McGrath is one of those guys. The 6-foot-5 wing is a serious and efficient threat from three-point range. That’s his primary attribute, but he also uses a stronger frame to help on the glass and to play through contact. It wouldn’t be a surprise to see the depth of his game round into form this spring. 

Anthony Moon - Pebblebrook

Moon is one of the defensive prospects to watch this spring. At 6-foot-7, he’s one of the best rim protectors at his size with his length and natural instincts. He’s also good at ending possessions with rebounds. On offense, Moon is versatile. He can step out and hit a three, he can use nice post work to score, and he can play above the rim. There’s a lot he can do on the floor that’ll get him positive attention. 

Galen Roberts - KIPP

Another versatile forward, Roberts is also a nice defensive prospect because of the effort he gives on that end of the floor mixed with length and athleticism. He can be a major weapon on offense too. At 6-foot-8, Roberts can get hot from three, and he can put the ball on the deck and make plays. He’s shown three-level ability on that end. He has a chance to see his stock rise this spring. 

Josh Tec has been covering prep basketball in Georgia and nationally since 2020. He has served myriad roles as a writer and evaluator, including editor-in-chief. Tec has a degree in journalism from Georgia State. Follow his work on X (Twitter) @_joshtec.