December 2023 Update: 2026 Players to Watch
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The 2026 basketball class in the Natural State is shaping up to be an extremely talented class. We are going to shine the spotlight on several prospects to watch out for over the next couple of seasons. All are prospects…
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Continue ReadingThe 2026 basketball class in the Natural State is shaping up to be an extremely talented class. We are going to shine the spotlight on several prospects to watch out for over the next couple of seasons. All are prospects to watch out for the during the course of the season.
Camarion Bead Camarion Bead 6'1" | CG Bryant | 2026 State AR -Combo Guard-Bryant-6’1”
The Bryant guard is a prospect that can light up opposing teams with his ability to shoot the basketball. Bead has a smooth jump shot that he connects with impressive consistency. He passes the ball well and does a great job of handling the basketball. Bead is a player that stays active on both ends of the court. He keeps his hands active and will jump into the passing lanes. Bead is a player to watch out for over the next couple of seasons.
LaDaryl Robinson Jr.-Power Forward-Marion-6’7”
LaDaryl Robinson Jr. does not mind doing the dirty work on both ends of the court. He does a great job of working in the paint and battling for the rebounds. Robinson Jr. will force opposing players to work for the basket and can cause turnovers with his defense. The Marion forward has a smooth jumper that is consistent, and he can heat up quickly on the floor. He is a player to watch out for over the next few seasons.
Noah Butler Noah Butler 6'8" | C North Little Rock | 2026 State AR -Center-Little Rock Christian-6’8”
The class of 2026 has several prospects with the potential to do plenty of damage in the post over the next few years. Butler is a prospect that possesses a smooth mid-range jumper that he hits with good consistency. He stays active on both ends of the court and does a good job of moving without the basketball. The Little Rock Christian center has plenty of potential and is a prospect to watch out for over the next few seasons.
Skye Davenport Skye Davenport 6'2" | PG Pea Ridge | 2026 State AR -Point Guard-Pea Ridge-6’2”
Skye Davenport Skye Davenport 6'2" | PG Pea Ridge | 2026 State AR is off to a great start to the 2023 season. He distributes the basketball well and always seems to know where his teammates are on the court. Meanwhile, he is a player that can light it up from anywhere on the court. Davenport is active on both ends of the court and will force opposing players into making mistakes with the basketball. Davenport is a prospect to keep an eye on over the next few seasons for the Blackhawks.