2026 Rankings: Wing Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our very first edition of the Illinois Class of 2026 Rankings has been released.&nbsp; We have evaluated these players in the fall prior to their freshman season at numerous camps, the high school season, the grassroots season, along with the June high school live periods.&nbsp; It is worth reminding that this is EXTREMELY early in the process.&nbsp; There will be players not on this list in the final top 10 and players in the top 10 that will end up significantly lower as they don't develop.&nbsp; This is an initial feel for the class with our top 50 prospects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These are the top 2026 wing prospect stock risers in the state of Illinois!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1552462' first='Mickeis' last='Johnson'] (Romeoville)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Overall Ranking: #18</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnson has been on the radar of our staff for over a year and the strong two guard can really score it.&nbsp; Plus mid-range shooter that excels getting to his spots and elevating over others for buckets.&nbsp; Good body control at the rim and can be a quality wing defender when asked.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2105396' first='Cameron' last='Mercer'] (Riverside Brookfield)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Overall Ranking: #26</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mercer is the son of former college and pro standout Ron Mercer.&nbsp; He caught our attention in June with RB with his smooth all-around game and ability to check multiple positions.&nbsp; Should be a major contributor for Riverside Brookfield this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1552408' first='TJ' last='Williams'] (Glenbard West)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Overall Ranking: #27</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams is another smooth two guard that can fill it up.&nbsp; Feathery three point shot and has the ability to defend multiple positions all ready.&nbsp; Expect him to make noise this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2105399' first='Ahmad' last='Lee'] (Lincoln Park)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Overall Ranking: #29</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This Lincoln Park shooting guard had a breakout performance when we saw him at the Grit Region Finals.&nbsp; Wiry wing that can add strength is a legit three level scorer and plus perimeter defender.&nbsp; Also showed he could be a connector as a passer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2105414' first='Sean' last='Lee'] (Decatur MacArthur)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Overall Ranking: #39</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This 6'3” shooting guard had a big spring and summer on the PHC circuit with [program_tooltip program_id='2076253' first='Team' last='Illinois'].&nbsp; The power wing was best pounding the offensive glass and finishing out the dunker spot.&nbsp; Perimeter game will need to improve, but the tenacity and athleticism is there.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->