Fresh Scout Reports

Fred Smith Jr.#90

PF · 6-6 · Class of 2026

Briarcrest Christian

When you watch film from Memphis powerhouse Briarcrest Christian, it's easy to get caught up in the highlight-reel plays. But look closer at the kid consistently making the right reads, cleaning up possessions, and setting screens that actually matter.

Julius Avent#88

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Bergen Catholic

The first thing that jumps out watching Julius Avent is his sheer motor, an engine that just doesn't stop. He's one of those power forwards who simply outworks opponents, carving out space and impacting the game through relentless activity. This…

The 2026 class continues to reveal intriguing prospects, and one name quietly building momentum is emerging from the Louisville basketball scene.

Gallagher Placide#83

PF · 6-8 · Class of 2026

Faith Family Academy of Oak Cliff

When a prospect with Gallagher Placide's physical tools and defensive acumen makes an early commitment, you pay attention. A 6-8 power forward with a motor that rarely idles, Placide projects as a foundational piece for Wake Forest, bringing an immediate…

Gage Mayfield#82

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Hale County

There's a certain type of player who just understands the game, not just plays it, and Gage Mayfield fits that mold perfectly. He's a cerebral forward from Moundville, Alabama, whose impact stretches far beyond raw athleticism. When you watch him…

Collin Ross#62

PF · 6-9 · Class of 2026

SPIRE Academy

The modern game demands versatility, especially from its bigs, and when you watch a prospect like Collin Ross operate, you see a glimpse of that future. He's not just a body in the paint; he's a mobile, impactful presence who…

Joe Philon#74

PF · 6-8 · Class of 2026

Montverde Academy

Spending time in Montverde's gym, surrounded by future professionals, it's easy to overlook a prospect who isn't always the primary initiator. But pay close attention to Joe Philon, and you'll quickly see a powerful forward who impacts winning in ways…

Ansley Almonor

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Our Saviour Lutheran School

The 2026 class continues to reveal hidden gems, and one prospect from New York is quietly building momentum on the recruiting trail.

Will Goode#300

PF · 6-9 · Class of 2026

Louisburg

When a 6-9 forward from a small Kansas town commits to his local mid-major before the phone really starts ringing, you either found a hidden gem or a kid who values loyalty over leverage. Will Goode's early pledge to Kansas…

Max VanLaningham#299

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Woodcreek

Standing at 6-7 with natural power forward instincts, this Woodcreek standout has already secured his college future despite being relatively early in the recruitment process.

Reece Davidson#289

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

North Laurel

Standing at 6-7 with the versatility to impact winning at multiple positions, this emerging power forward prospect is beginning to turn heads on the national recruiting scene.

Hudson Lucas#272

PF · 6-8 · Class of 2026

Parish Episcopal School

Standing 6-8 with developing skills in the frontcourt, this Texas prospect is beginning to emerge as a name to watch in the 2026 recruiting cycle.

Eric Fiedler#271

PF · 6-6 · Class of 2026

Regis Jesuit

A versatile forward with legitimate size and skill is making waves in Colorado's competitive prep basketball scene.

Rashaun Porter#265

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

DePaul College Prep

When a 6-7 forward commits to a Mid-American Conference program before his junior season even starts, there's usually a compelling story behind the early decision. Rashaun Porter's pledge to Toledo suggests a player who values development opportunity over immediate prestige.

Jayson Peterson#261

PF · 6-8 · Class of 2026

St. Andrew's Episcopal

The athletic bloodline runs deep when three generations of Petersons share the same first name and the same competitive fire. At 6-8 with room to grow, this latest Darryl Peterson product is starting to turn heads in Maryland prep circles.

Aeneas Alexander#251

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Leadership Prep

When you have NBA bloodlines but carry the chip of an unrecruited prospect, that internal fire burns differently. Aeneas Alexander walks into the gym carrying both the expectations that come with his last name and the hunger of a player…

Dikembe Shaw#250

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Crown Point

Sometimes the best finds come from watching film on a Tuesday night in November, breaking down a kid who's flying under the radar while everyone else chases the obvious five-stars. At 6-7 with legitimate two-way potential, there's a Crown Point…

Xavier Roberson#328

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Dynamic Prep

When you're practicing alongside the #1 player in the country and holding your own, coaches take notice.

Austin Brown#223

PF · 6-8 · Class of 2026

Lufkin

There's something different about watching a 6-8 forward who moves like he's been playing the game for decades, even though he's just a sophomore. Austin Brown carries himself with the quiet confidence of a player who knows his time is…

Daniel Patton#220

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Cy Falls

There's a certain type of power forward who makes coaches lean forward in their chairs during film sessions. The kind who operates with surprising finesse for his size but never forgets he can physically impose his will when needed.

Braylen Langley#298

PF · 6-9 · Class of 2026

Skyline Prep

Late bloomers often carry the biggest chips on their shoulders, and watching a 6-9 power forward commit early to Stephen F. Austin while ranked outside the top 150 nationally tells you everything about hunger and opportunity. Sometimes the best stories…

Sam Fleming#188

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Wilbraham & Monson Academy

The 6-foot-7 frame moving fluidly through post drills catches your attention first, but it's the basketball IQ that separates this prospect from the typical big man. Sam Fleming processes the game at a level that has college coaches taking notes…

Rivers Knight#187

PF · 6-8 · Class of 2026

La Lumiere School

Walking into La Lumiere's practice facility, you immediately notice the 6-8 frame moving with surprising fluidity in the post. Rivers Knight might be ranked outside the top 200 nationally, but his commitment to Purdue suggests the Boilermakers see something others…

Phoenix Woodson#297

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Dynamic Prep

Dynamic Prep's loaded roster gets most of the headlines for its top-tier talent, but the #295-ranked forward might be the most undervalued piece of their championship puzzle.

Brennan Miller#327

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Lawrence North

Sometimes the best value plays come from kids who understand their role and execute it flawlessly every night.

Kuai Deng#273

PF · 6-8 · Class of 2026

The Patrick School

When you've got a 6-8 frame at The Patrick School running alongside top-100 talents, the development curve can accelerate quickly.

Elton Smith Jr.#243

PF · 6-9 · Class of 2026

When you're sharing the floor with the top-ranked prospect in the country and still finding ways to impact winning, you're doing something right. That's exactly what happens when Elton Smith Jr. steps between the lines.

Jamison White#156

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

East St. Louis

When you watch tape from East St. Louis, one thing becomes clear immediately - there's legitimate size and athleticism developing in the Flyers' frontcourt. At 6-7, Jamison White moves with the kind of fluidity that catches your eye before you…

Brayden Kyman#249

PF · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Santa Margarita Catholic

When three teammates from the same high school program all crack the top 250 nationally and commit to major programs, you know there's something special brewing in Orange County. Santa Margarita Catholic has quietly become a pipeline for college basketball…

Isaiah Ward#317

PF · 6-6 · Class of 2026

Brennan

When you've got three ranked teammates all committed to D1 programs, it says something about the talent level at Brennan High School in San Antonio.