College Basketball Recruiting

Daily news coverage of the nation's top college basketball recruits and teams.

7-foot center and former NBA Draft pick James Nnaji commits to Baylor

7-foot center James Nnaji has committed to Baylor and will play the second half of the season with the Bears. He’s been granted four years of eligibility by the NCAA. The 21-year-old Nigerian big man was selected 31st overall in the 2023 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons, but his rights were moved to Charlotte. He never signed a standard NBA contract. (On3.com)

Tarkanian Classic: High school division filled with future college standouts

Already ranked No. 25 in the class of 2028, point guard Tai Bell not only backed up his lofty status in the sophomore class, his play suggested that he could rise even higher in the next rankings update. The son of NBA veteran and defensive standout Raja Bell and the younger brother of Texas bound five-star quarterback Dia Bell, he's next up from a family of athletic achievers. (247 Sports)

Five-star guards Caleb Holt, Jordan Smith Jr. update decision timelines

Five-star guards Caleb Holt and Jordan Smith Jr. have both narrowed their lists and are on similar timelines for their decisions. Both guards are eyeing a commitment sometime around February-March. Smith Jr., the No. 2 overall prospect in the 2026 class, is down to six schools in Arkansas, Duke, Georgetown, Indiana, Kentucky and the Syracuse Orange. (Zag's Blog)

Diane Mosco Foundation Shootout: Rezon Harris, Mani Sajid, Logan Chwastyk and more stand out

Logan Chwastyk is one of the more intriguing long-term prospects in the sophomore class and he backed up his Top-20 ranking. The 6-foot-10 big man used his mobility and versatility to come up with big blocks and deter guys from challenging him at the rim. Offensively, he finished strong around the basket and showed promising shooting mechanics. (247 Sports)

Grind Session Dallas: Elite 2027 point guards Beckham Black and Reese Alston go head-to-head

The storyline entering the matchup centered on a head-to-head battle between not only the top two 2027 point guards in Texas, but two of the best in the country, as Beckham Black and Reese Alston went toe-to-toe. Both floor generals unquestionably strengthened their cases, and here we break down what each player showed in their performances. (247 Sports)

Grind Session Dallas: Top ten recruit Ryan Hampton headlines Friday's top standouts

Coming off a summer where he led his age group in scoring at Nike EYBL Peach Jam, Ryan Hampton picked up right where he left off. The 6-foot-6, long-armed wing—ranked No. 7 nationally in the 2027 class—finished with 28 points and seven rebounds to lead DME Academy past The New School. His offensive production came in a variety of ways. (247 Sports)

Recruting update: 2026 five-star forward Christian Collins

Mark Pope and Kentucky basketball have not had success in their efforts recruiting the 2026 class, with one of those being Christian Collins, a top 10 prospect who was all but wrapped up right before the early signing period to become a Kentucky Wildcat, but Kentucky couldn't agree on terms for an NIL deal. Now, Collins has reopened his recruitment. (Sports Illustrated)

Five-star sophomore Michai White discusses recruitment, goals

Between being a member of the Albany City Rocks and also one of the key members of prep powerhouse Brewster Academy, the future is looking really bright for five-star sophomore Michai White. The 2028 prospect and 6-foot-1 guard burst onto the scene this summer while playing up with 17U, and had some big-time performances during EYBL play. (Stock Risers)

Four-star junior forward Donovan Davis talks recruitment, game

Dynamic 6-foot-8 big man Donovan Davis has asserted himself as one of the best rebounders in the 2027 class and is blossoming this season so far at Freedom High School (WI). Davis’ efficiency continues to be a huge landmark in his game, and he was one of the leaders in efficiency this summer on the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) circuit. (Stock Risers)

Tarkanian Classic: Kansas bound five-stars Kinney & Bardwell dazzle, Pitt getting good one in Felesi

Currently ranked No. 48 in the senior class, Pitt signee Anthony Felesi is a guy that 247Sports ranks higher than the industry. Based on the way he played Thursday; he could be pushing for another bump up. Regardless of where he finishes in the rankings, it is very clear that Jeff Capel and his staff have a guy that could come in and contribute early. (247 Sports)

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