Zaahir Muhammad-Gray
"6’7 Point/Forward • Class of 2027. • Imhotep Charter• Team Final EYBL"
Uncommitted
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Scout Report
In a city that produces NBA talent like assembly line work, it takes something special to catch college coaches' attention as a sophomore. Zaahir Muhammad-Gray has that something, and the six Division I programs already offering him scholarships can attest to it.
Background
Muhammad-Gray comes from the basketball-rich streets of Philadelphia, where playground legends are made and college careers begin before kids can drive. He landed at Imhotep Institute, a program with a sterling reputation for developing college-ready talent and getting kids to the next level. The school has become a pipeline to major conferences, and Muhammad-Gray is following in those footsteps. Playing for one of the city's premier prep programs means facing elite competition nightly and learning what it takes to compete at the highest levels.
Playing Style
Muhammad-Gray plays the game with an advanced understanding of spacing and timing that you don't typically see from underclassmen. He's not the fastest guy on the court, but he processes the game quickly and makes smart decisions with the ball in his hands. At 6-7, he has the size to play inside but shows enough skill to step away from the basket and create problems for opposing defenses. His basketball IQ allows him to impact games without always stuffing the stat sheet. He moves well without the ball and has developed chemistry with his guards in pick-and-roll situations. Defensively, he uses his length effectively and doesn't get caught out of position often, showing the kind of discipline that college coaches love to see from big men.
Strengths
The kid can shoot it from distance, which immediately separates him from a lot of traditional power forwards. His release is consistent and he's comfortable pulling the trigger from NBA three-point range when the defense gives him space. Muhammad-Gray also possesses excellent hands and rarely fumbles passes, even in traffic. His court vision is advanced for a big man, and he can make the extra pass when defenses collapse on him. The combination of size, shooting ability, and basketball intelligence creates matchup problems that coaches are already envisioning in their offensive systems.
Areas to Watch
Adding strength and physicality will be crucial as he faces bigger, more athletic opponents at higher levels. He needs to continue developing his ability to create his own shot when the offense breaks down. His handle could use refinement if he wants to maximize his versatility and truly become a position-less player.
Player Comparison
He reminds me of a young Ryan Anderson in terms of how he affects the game as a stretch-four. Both players have that sneaky basketball IQ and can punish defenses that don't respect their shooting range. The body types are similar, and both understand how to play within their limitations while maximizing their strengths.
Recruitment
Six Division I offers as a sophomore speaks volumes about his potential trajectory. Georgia Tech and Penn State represent the high-major interest, while Temple keeps him close to home with a solid program. The regional programs like Bryant and La Salle offer immediate playing time opportunities. Being ranked 147th nationally in 2027 suggests he's just scratching the surface of his recruitment. Expect more high-major programs to jump in as he continues developing over the next two years.
Projection
Muhammad-Gray has the skill set to contribute early at the college level, especially in systems that value shooting and ball movement. His ceiling appears to be a four-year starter at a mid-to-high major program with potential professional opportunities overseas. The shooting ability and basketball IQ should translate well to college basketball, where his versatility will make him a valuable role player.
Updated Apr 6, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Offers
6
Georgia Tech
Penn State
Bryant
North Carolina A&TOffers sourced from 247Sports and social media monitoring.
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Social Activity
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Great stuff here from our friends at @_proinsight on fast-rising Philadelphia product Zaahir Muhammad-Gray (@_ZMG10), a 2027 3-star wing with Imhotep and Team Final in Nike's EYBL league. Syracuse basketball offered the top-150 national prospect earlier this month. 🧡
We recently connected with ‘27 Zaahir Muhammad-Gray in Springfield at #HHClassic and talked about his background in 🏈, getting to play in @HoophallClassic with Imhotep three different times already, the latest with his recruitment, and more (sound 🔊 on). https://t.co/D6Wc37lwIj
Caught up with Syracuse target Zaahir Muhammad-Gray (@_ZMG10) at @HoophallClassic yesterday for @syrbasketball. “They’re one of my No. 1s right now because of their consistency.” https://t.co/TOs0OsI1D9 @TepPanthers @MikeWatersSYR @TeamFinalEYBL @syracusedotcom
Game 2 on Sunday at the @HoophallClassic featured Imhotep Charter (PA) defeating Providence Christian (TN) 59-49 behind strong performances from ‘26 Jordan Dill & ‘27 Zaahir Muhammad-Gray. Dill led with 18 points & 8 rebounds, while Gray added 15 points. https://t.co/bkO5U2QXSs