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Recruiting Trends

Summer Stock Report: Savage, McCoy Jr. & Harrison Win July

The July live periods are over and the verdict is in. We break down how Jordan Savage, Caleb McCoy Jr., and Brandon Harrison dominated AAU Nationals to become the summer's biggest stock risers.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jul 31, 2026·9 min read
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Dynamic Duo: How Texas Landed 2026 Stars Marcus Spears Jr. & DaKari Spear

Texas lands a foundational 1-2 punch in 2026 stars Marcus Spears Jr. and DaKari Spear. We break down how the Longhorns leveraged AAU chemistry and a unified NIL vision to secure the ultimate package deal.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jul 24, 2026·8 min read
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The Commitment Paradox: Why Bama's Stars Slipped in the Ranks

Alabama commits Jaxon Richardson and Qayden Samuels saw their 2026 rankings dip post-commitment. We explore the paradox of why committing early can lead to a late slide.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jul 23, 2026·8 min read
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Vandy's Summer Surge: Winning the 2026 & 2027 Classes

This summer, Vanderbilt is turning heads on the recruiting trail. We break down how Jerry Stackhouse's NBA pedigree, a cornerstone 2026 commit, and a smart NIL strategy are fueling a major surge.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jul 15, 2026·8 min read
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The 2027 Domino Effect: Why Stars Are Committing Earlier

It's only July 2026, but the 2027 recruiting class is already taking shape. We break down why stars like LJ Smith and Jalen Brown are committing early and what it means for the future.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jul 13, 2026·9 min read
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The Andrew Hurley Path: Why Hoops Prospects Eye Pro Pickleball

A growing number of elite basketball prospects are eyeing professional pickleball. We explore how NIL, transferable skills, and a desire for career longevity are creating a new, viable path for top athletes.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jul 5, 2026·8 min read
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SEC Summer Surge: Kentucky, Arkansas & Texas Dominate 2026 Recruiting

The SEC basketball recruiting landscape has been reshaped. We dive deep into how new-look Kentucky, Calipari's Arkansas, and a resource-rich Texas are dominating the 2026 and 2027 classes this summer.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jul 1, 2026·8 min read
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Early Birds: Why Top 2027 Recruits Are Committing Now

Top 2027 prospects LJ Smith (Ohio State) and Ryan Hampton (Kentucky) have committed before their junior seasons. We break down why this is the new normal in recruiting.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jun 23, 2026·9 min read
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Hogs Land JJ Andrews: Is Calipari Winning the 2026 EYBL Battle?

Five-star JJ Andrews has committed to Arkansas, igniting John Calipari's 2026 recruiting class. Are the Hogs leveraging their EYBL ties to dominate the summer recruiting landscape?

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jun 15, 2026·8 min read
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Summer Surge: Why Green & Price Are Leading the 2026 Wave

The 2026 recruiting cycle is heating up early, with Manny Green (Duke) and Julius Price (Purdue) leading a wave of summer commitments that are reshaping the college basketball landscape.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jun 12, 2026·8 min read
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ACC Power Moves: UNC & Wake's 2026 Opening Salvos

UNC lands a 5-star anchor in Kevin Thomas while Wake Forest makes a national statement with Gallagher Placide. We break down what these early 2026 commitments mean.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jun 6, 2026·7 min read
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Commitment Central: Breaking Down 3 Key 2026 Pledges

We break down the recent 2026 commitments of Jordan Smith Jr., Caleb Reed, and Jalen Sanderson, analyzing what their distinct choices tell us about modern recruiting trends.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Jun 2, 2026·7 min read

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