College Basketball Recruiting

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

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 in the class 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 officially 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)

The latest on Kentucky basketball's recruiting efforts in the 2026 class

The signing period for the 2026 class has come and gone and Kentucky still doesn't have a single commit wrapped up. Kentucky has already failed to close the deal with a number of recruits, including even being in their final list cut, but coming just short of getting things done. Many have questioned Kentucky's ability to get NIL deals done with recruits. (Sports Illustrated)

5-star shooting guard Caleb Holt trims list to 5 schools

Five-star shooting guard Caleb Holt is down to five school. Moving forward, the 6-foot-5 senior from Prolific Prep (FL) will consider Alabama, Arizona, Houston, Kentucky, and Providence. He has visited each of his finalists but does not yet have a commitment date. Ole Miss and Arkansas previously hosted Holt on campus but are no longer in the mix. (On3.com)

Get to know 2028 combo guard Brady Pettigrew

Brady Pettigrew is a 6-foot-3 combo guard from Bolingbrook, Ill. Though he's only entering his sophomore year, Pettigrew already holds offers from Arizona State, DePaul, USC, Texas A&M, Florida, Illinois, and Florida State. Pettigrew came in at No. 19 in the first 247Sports 2028 basketball recruiting rankings and is a name to monitor moving forward. (247 Sports)

Report: Illinois adding Croatian forward Toni Bilic to roster mid-season

Illinois is adding another Balkan to its basketball roster. Croatian forward Toni Bilic has committed to Illinois, will join the Illini for the spring semester, and will be eligible immediately. Bilic, 20, is a 6-foot-8 forward who wasn't currently playing for a team. In the 2024 FIBA U20 EuroBasket Division B, he averaged 5.8 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists. (Illini Inquirer)

Five-star guard Deron Rippey Jr. announces commitment date

Deron Rippey Jr., a 5-star point guard in the 2026 basketball recruiting class, is ready to announce his college decision. The 6-foot-2 senior from Blair Academy (NJ) will make his commitment on Dec. 30th between his five finalists: Duke, Miami, NC State, Tennessee, and Texas. The No. 2 ranked point guard in the class has officially visited each of his finalists. (On3.com)

Louisville basketball lands 2027 guard Isaac Ellis

Isaac Ellis, a 3-star combo guard in the 2027 basketball recruiting class, committed to Louisville on Monday. The 6-foot-1 junior originally committed to South Carolina in June before reopening his recruitment and reclassifying from 2026 into 2027. He’s the brother of South Carolina freshman Eli Ellis, who averages 10.2 points per game for the Gamecocks this season. (On3.com)

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