#college-basketball-recruiting tag

1 week ago

Los Angeles Rams

Jaxon Richardson, son of Jason, brother to Jase, picks Alabama

Five-star wing Jaxon Richardson commits to Alabama over Creighton, Ole Miss, and USC, citing the program's early recruitment, coach Nate Oats' analytical approach, and up-tempo offensive style as key factors.

6 months ago

National Basketball Association

Bouie gives Bama hoops 2nd top-50 commitment

Top-35 wing Tarris Bouie committed to Alabama, joining Chris Washington Jr., attracted by Nate Oats' fast, 3-point-oriented offense and strong recruiter relationships.

Los Angeles Rams

1 week ago

Jaxon Richardson, son of Jason, brother to Jase, picks Alabama

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6 months ago

National Basketball Association

Bouie gives Bama hoops 2nd top-50 commitment

1 week ago

Bruce Branch III latest 5-star recruit to choose BYU

Five-star wing Bruce Branch III commits to BYU, becoming coach Kevin Young's third consecutive five-star recruit in his building strategy around elite wings.

3 weeks ago

Top guard in '26 class, Jordan Smith, picks Arkansas over Duke

Top-five guard Jordan Smith committed to Arkansas to play for John Calipari, aiming to be a one-and-done and replace Darius Acuff.

1 month ago

ESPN top-25 small forward Qayden Samuels commits to Alabama

Top-25 senior Qayden Samuels committed to Alabama, citing a strong connection with coach Nate Oats, program resources, and belief the system enhances his pro prospects.

1 month ago

Men's basketball recruits who could outperform their ranking

Five high school prospects from the class of 2026 are projected to outperform their current rankings early in their college careers.

2 months ago

Duke lands prized PG Rippey; '26 class now No. 1

Five-star point guard Deron Rippey Jr. committed to Duke, elevating Duke to the top of the recruiting class rankings.

#early-signing-period

2 months ago

Women

The most impactful girls' recruit on every 2026 top 25 class roster

National Basketball Association

Boys' recruiting: Michigan State, more No. 1 class contenders, 5-star intel, more

National Basketball Association

7 storylines to follow during the boys' early signing period

2 months ago

Women

The most impactful girls' recruit on every 2026 top 25 class roster

National Basketball Association

Boys' recruiting: Michigan State, more No. 1 class contenders, 5-star intel, more

more#early-signing-period

National Basketball Association

7 storylines to follow during the boys' early signing period

Welcome to the AJ Dybantsa Show: Inside BYU's big basketball bet

Five-star recruit AJ Dybantsa chose BYU for NBA-style development, family fit, passionate fan support, and significant financial incentive despite blue-blood interest.

4 months ago

Hoosiers get highest men's hoops recruit since '14

Five-star forward Anthony Thompson committed to Ohio State, becoming the Buckeyes' highest-ranked men's basketball recruit in more than a decade.

US news

Wetzel: Why college basketball coaches can watch more football in 2025

College basketball recruiting has cooled as coaches favor transfer-experienced players, prospects delay decisions for spring offers, and uncertainty over a '5-in-5' eligibility rule increases caution.

Tajh Ariza, ex-NBA veteran's son, picks Oregon

Top-25 small forward Tajh Ariza committed to Oregon, choosing the Ducks over USC and expecting to earn freshman minutes under Coach Dana Altman.

Toure (No. 35) commits to Arkansas, Coach Cal

Abdou Toure, a Top-35 6-foot-6 wing, committed to Arkansas, choosing John Calipari over Providence and UConn.

Coveted 2026 hoops recruit commits to UConn

Four-star combo guard Junior County committed to UConn, choosing the Huskies over Arizona, Indiana, Maryland and Purdue.

Texas' Miller gets first commit in top-50 Ogden

Bo Ogden, a top-50 6-foot-5 small forward, committed to Texas, citing Sean Miller's teaching, fit, competitiveness, and proximity to family.

PG Kinney, No. 17 hoops recruit, picks Jayhawks

Five-star point guard Taylen Kinney committed to Kansas, citing family atmosphere, strong relationships with Bill Self and Jacque Vaughn, and significant development potential.

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