Fresh Scout Reports

Tristan Reed#64

C · 6-9 · Class of 2026

Link Academy

When you talk about the modern big man, you're looking for length, athleticism, and a willingness to operate within a system. Tristan Reed delivers on all those fronts, projecting as a high-impact interior presence who understands his role. He's not…

Josh Irving#62

C · 6-10 · Class of 2026

Pasadena

The sound of a perfectly timed block can change the entire energy of a gymnasium, and when Josh Irving is on the floor, that sound is a frequent occurrence. At 6-foot-10 with a wingspan that seems to stretch into the…

Brady Orem

C · 6-7 · Class of 2026

Great Crossing

The 6'7 forward from Kentucky is making a name for himself with dominant two-way performances that showcase his versatility in the frontcourt.

Davion Adkins#73

C · 6-9 · Class of 2026

Prolific Prep

When you talk about the modern big man, you're describing Davion Adkins. His blend of size, agility, and perimeter touch makes him a unique prospect, one who already checks a lot of boxes for collegiate success. It’s rare to see…

Marcis Ponder#40

C · 6-11 · Class of 2026

Gillion Basketball Academy

The rare bird in modern basketball isn't just a big man; it's a *dominant* big man who understands his role and impacts the game across the board. Every cycle, scouts are searching for the next anchor, the player who changes…

Ethan Taylor#43

C · 7-0 · Class of 2026

Link Academy

When a 7-footer steps onto the court, the assumption is often that their primary role is to grab rebounds and finish around the rim. But every so often, a player emerges who fundamentally redefines what a big man can do.…

Darius Ratliff#29

C · 6-11 · Class of 2026

Archbishop Stepinac

It's not every recruiting cycle you see a prospect from the 2026 class already suited up and making contributions at a Power 5 program, but Darius Ratliff is an exception to that rule. He bypassed his senior year of high…

Bowling Green

C · Class of 2026

Our Saviour Lutheran School

A young prospect from Our Saviour Lutheran School is quietly making waves in New York basketball circles as the 2026 recruiting cycle heats up.

Arafan Diane#25

C · 7-1 · Class of 2026

Iowa United Prep

Imagine a player who changes the geometry of the court just by stepping onto it, a true behemoth who forces opponents to rethink every drive, every pass, every shot attempt around the rim. That's the immediate impression Arafan Diane leaves,…

Obinna Ekezie Jr.#17

C · 7-0 · Class of 2026

Southeastern Prep

There are only a handful of prospects each cycle who walk onto a college campus and immediately command attention with their sheer physical presence. Obinna Ekezie Jr. is one of them. At a legitimate seven feet, he arrived at Louisville…

Vangelis Zougris#181

C · 6-8 · Class of 2025

Peristeri B.C.

International big men who can contribute immediately at the college level are rare finds, but Louisville has secured a versatile European center with serious upside.

Mayo Soyoye#167

C · 6-10 · Class of 2025

Blair Academy

Standing 6-10 in the paint at one of prep basketball's most elite programs, this big man has quietly developed into a coveted frontcourt prospect.

Paul Mbiya#180

C · 6-11 · Class of 2025

ASVEL Basket (Congo, CONG)

Standing at 6-11 with international experience at one of Europe's premier basketball academies, this towering center represents the global reach of modern basketball recruitment.

Oskar Giltay#179

C · 6-10 · Class of 2025

Hugo Limburg United

Standing 6-10 with developing international experience, this Dutch big man represents the growing pipeline of European talent making waves in basketball recruiting circles.

Solomon Davis#354

C · 6-11 · Class of 2025

DeMatha Catholic

Standing tall at 6-11 in the loaded frontcourt at DeMatha Catholic, this big man has quietly developed into a reliable presence while sharing the paint with elite company.

Abdou Yadd#320

C · 6-9 · Class of 2025

The Patrick School

A towering presence from Senegal is making waves in American prep basketball, bringing international flair to the competitive Northeast circuit.

The West Virginia big man has made the jump from small-town basketball to ACC competition, bringing his 6-9 frame and developing skill set to Virginia Tech.

A late-bloomer who transformed his frame and skill set into a Division I opportunity, this Virginia big man is now adapting his game to the college level.

Egor Ryzhov#175

C · 6-11 · Class of 2025

Zenit Saint Petersburg

A towering presence from Russia has found his way to Tallahassee, bringing European fundamentals and a developing skill set to the ACC.

Jayden Leverett#115

C · 6-10 · Class of 2025

El Paso Chapin

When a 6-10 center from West Texas quietly commits to an SEC program, it signals that elite potential often develops far from the spotlight.

Maper Maker#130

C · 7-0 · Class of 2025

Bella Vista Prep

Standing seven feet tall and anchoring one of prep basketball's most talent-loaded frontcourts, this Arizona big man brings impressive size to the college level.

Trevin Jirak#125

C · 6-11 · Class of 2025

Valley

Standing at 6-11 with surprising mobility for his frame, this Iowa-bound big man represents one of the more intriguing developmental prospects in the Midwest.

Tommy Ahneman#173

C · 6-10 · Class of 2025

Cretin Derham Hall

Standing 6-10 with a frame built for the college game, this Minnesota big man has already made the jump from prep standout to Fighting Irish freshman.

Leo Curtis#104

C · 7-0 · Class of 2025

CATS Academy

A towering presence from the Nordic island nation has found his way to the American prep circuit and ultimately to the Big Ten.

Badara Diakite#221

C · 6-10 · Class of 2025

South Kent

Standing at 6-10 with a developing skill set, this Connecticut prep center has caught the attention of major programs across the country.

Deondrea Lindsey#128

C · 6-8 · Class of 2025

Oak Hill Academy

The 6-8 center who transferred his high school dominance to the college hardwood is already making waves in his freshman campaign at Iona.

Emmanuel Kanga#142

C · 6-8 · Class of 2025

Mt. Zion Prep

International big men who can adapt quickly to American basketball are rare commodities, and this Gabonese center is already making his mark at the Division I level.

Isaiah Medina#106

C · 7-1 · Class of 2025

Gibbs

Standing at 7-1 with surprising mobility for his size, this Florida big man has already secured his future with an early commitment to the Blue Demons.

The 6-foot-9 center from Nigeria has quickly adapted to American basketball culture while making his presence felt in the paint at the collegiate level.

Matt Gilhool#113

C · 6-10 · Class of 2025

William Penn Charter

Standing 6-10 with the frame to anchor a frontcourt, this Philadelphia native has already made the jump to the SEC and is looking to establish himself in one of college basketball's premier conferences.