Daniel Abass
#197"c/o 27’ | @DeMathaHoops | 6’7 foward | GPA 3.8 | @TTOBasketball |mgt : 2403001934 - 3013648592(my #) abass.michael1996@gmail.com"
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Scout Report
Standing 6-7 with the versatility to impact winning at multiple positions, this rising power forward is quickly establishing himself as one of the DMV's most promising prospects.
Background
Hailing from Hyattsville, Maryland, Daniel Abass has found his basketball home at powerhouse DeMatha Catholic, where he's developing alongside an incredibly talented core. The Stags boast one of the nation's most loaded rosters, with Abass playing alongside fellow 2027 big man Jared Jeffers (#202 nationally), Temple commit Ashton Meeks (#237 in 2026), and Virginia Tech-bound Solomon Davis (#354 in 2025). This high-level competition daily has accelerated his development in one of the country's premier basketball hotbeds.
Playing Style
At 6-7, Abass possesses the frame and length to be disruptive on both ends of the floor. His size allows him to play multiple frontcourt positions, giving coaches valuable flexibility in their rotations. While still developing his overall skill set, he shows flashes of being able to step away from the basket and contribute in various ways. His motor and willingness to do the dirty work make him an appealing complement to more offensively-focused teammates, and his length gives him natural defensive upside that should only improve with continued coaching and development.
Recruitment
Currently ranked #196 nationally in the loaded 2027 class, Abass holds offers from Maryland and Saint Joseph's, with his home-state Terrapins likely to be a major factor moving forward. Playing at DeMatha should continue opening doors as college coaches regularly scout the program's loaded roster. His projection remains high given his physical tools and the elite-level development program he's in.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
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MarylandSocial Activity
4:15 1Q | Danny Abass (@21_dannyyy) knocks down the triple as @DeMathaHoops answers with a 7–1 run. https://t.co/wzKHeaHNrl
5:34 3Q | Jared Jeffries with the find to Danny Abass @21_dannyyy for the And-1! @DeMathaHoops continue to be dominant to start the second half. https://t.co/TlpFUN1zOm
Some Saturday Eye-Catchers ⏩ #HoophallWest ‘27 Daniel Abass ‘26 Maximo Adams ‘26 Tyler Bright ‘26 Tarris Bouie III ‘26 Christian Collins ‘27 Darrell Davis ‘26 Isaiah Davis ‘26 Aiden Derkack ‘28 Adan Diggs ‘26 Max Ellis ‘27 King Gibson ‘27 DeMarcus Henry ‘27 Adrian Higuera ‘26 https://t.co/u5bUvXjhmE
DeMatha (MD) holds on for a 50–46 win over Gonzaga Prep (WA) in the second game of the day at Hoophall West @HoophallClassic in a battle that came down to the final minute. The Stags were led by Ashton Meeks @AshtonMeeks03 who caught fire in the fourth quarter, scoring eight https://t.co/KdGiXXkJNv
247Sports opened our annual California winter trip @TheHDayClassic. A handful prospects stood out on Saturday — and we broke down our thoughts on a few of the tournament's key standouts. 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 https://t.co/kYOa7f6zvS https://t.co/1TmmJy9wVv