College Basketball Recruiting
Daily news coverage of the nation's top college basketball recruits and teams.
5-star SF Bruce Branch III currently on official visit to BYU
Five-star small forward
Bruce Branch III is on his first official visit to BYU. The 6-foot-7 senior out of Prolific Prep (FL) is ranked as the No. 4 overall prospect in the 2026 class, according to Rivals. He was previously the No. 1 ranked player in the 2027 class prior to reclassifying. Branch holds offers from BYU, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisville, USC, and others. (
On3.com)
Top-25 overall recruit Qayden Samuels sets commitment date
Qayden Samuels, an elite small forward in the 2026 class, is ready to announce his college decision. The 6-foot-5 senior of Bishop McNamara (MD) will decide between Georgetown and Alabama on Wednesday, January 28th. Samuels, a high-four star prospect, has visited each of his finalists. He is the No. 23 overall recruit in the 2026 class. (
On3.com)
7-foot-3 Cherif Millogo emerges as darkhorse to become top prospect in Class of 2027
Standing 7-foot-4 in shoes with a 7-9 wingspan, Cherif Millogo is the most imposing presence in high school basketball and having a monster junior season at St. Francis (La Canada, Calif.). Millogo is averaging 27.2 points, 13.7 rebounds, 5.6 blocked shots and 3.6 assists per game. He's currently regarded as the No. 84 prospect in the Class of 2027. (
MaxPreps)
Duke Making Progress With 5-Star 2027 Forward CJ Rosser
Throughout his recruitment, Duke has been pursuing
CJ Rosser, a 5-star power forward from Rocky Mount, NC, who plays for Southeastern Prep in Florida. Although the Blue Devils haven’t extended him an offer, they’ve been actively recruiting him for the past few months. Scheyer was at the Hoophall Classic this month and got to see Rosser play in person. (
Sports Illustrated)
Top 25 senior Qayden Samuels navigates recruitment while injured
In the fourth matchup of day four of the Hoophall Classic, No. 22 senior
Qayden Samuels was on the bench for Bishop McNamara’s matchup against Rainer Beach. With a walking boot on, he was still one of the first to stand up and cheer on teammates after making a basket, causing a turnover or making a steal. "Really just showing love and support." (
Mass Live)
Updated 2026 247Sports basketball recruiting rankings released
Updated national rankings for the senior class of 2026 are now live. This iteration and update is significant for three reasons. First, this is our first major update since the early fall, and a lot has changed in the past four months. Second, the timing is not coincidental. McDonald's All American Game rosters are expected to be announced in the near future. (
247 Sports)
G-League guard Dink Pate exploring college options
Current Westchester Knicks guard Dink Pate has began exploring collegiate options, his agent Sam Permut said. Pate has appeared in 13 games for Westchester this season, averaging 33.5 minutes per game, while tallying 18.8 points, 6.8 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game. Pate’s agent said that his client has received interest from over 50 schools. (
Zag's Blog)
Flyin' to the Hoop: Mateen Cleaves, CJ Rosser, among others stand out
Flyin' to the Hoop once again delivered as one of the premier high school basketball showcases in the country, bringing elite talent and high-level matchups to the Dayton area. With packed stands and a full slate of games from morning to night, 247Sports was on hand all day Saturday to break down the top storylines and standout performances. (
247 Sports)
No. 1 recruit Tyran Stokes says Nike deal won’t impact college decision
No. 1 recruit
Tyran Stokes signed an NIL deal with Nike in October. “I also want to work with Nike to connect with young athletes and give feedback on our footwear and apparel,” Stokes said. “Not just from me, but from my community.” Now that Stokes, a 6-foot-7 forward, is nearing a college commitment, he says his Nike deal won’t impact his decision. (
Zag's Blog)
Five-star Class of 2027 Nasir Anderson updates recruitment at Hoophall Classic
As a slick, left-handed point guard who constantly locates cutters, floats lob passes, and attacks downhill, Class of 2027 basketball recruit
Nasir Anderson has become one of the most dazzling point guards in the country. The 6-foot-4 Anderson, now spearheading a high powered offense at Prolific Prep, has been hearing from a steady barrage of high majors. (
Zag's Blog)