Tournament of Champions Preview: Class of 2025 Players to Know

Being just over a month away from the 59th annual Tournament of Champions, it's time to start previewing some of the top-ranked prospects who are set to showcase their talents here. This article will look at several of the biggest names in the 2025 recruiting class who play for this year's eight teams attending. Each of these players have been listed in Prep Hoops' rankings and still have the ability to climb up boards during the upcoming season.    [player_tooltip player_id='1579598' first='Jax' last='Kerr'] is one of the top prospects in all of Oklahoma and showed why throughout the summer while playing for [program_tooltip program_id='2076067' first='Team' last='Trae Young']. Kerr enters his senior season with hopes of helping Owasso repeat as 6A state champion and there is no better way to start this journey than by showing out against some of the state's top competition. He is an interior force on both ends with the ability to stretch the floor to the perimeter which was clearly seen highly by D1 coaches as he has committed to play at the next level with St. Louis.     [player_tooltip player_id='1475991' first='Jamarri' last='Simpson'] enters his senior season as one of the more exciting guards across the state with a solid combination of athleticism and skill. He can score from all three levels and really stands out while pushing the pace in transition. As an uncommitted senior, Simpson still has the ability to increase his status as a recruit so do not be surprised to see him take another leap this year.     [player_tooltip player_id='1358852' first='Cal' last='Furnish'] is one of the top guards in Oklahoma and is set to attend Oral Roberts following this season. He plays with great pace and has one of the highest basketball IQs of any player in the state. He scores very efficiently from all three levels and is an elite decision maker while playing out of pick-and-rolls. Furnish has a good chance to help push Crossings Christian towards a state championship this season.     [player_tooltip player_id='1391435' first='CJ' last='Nickson'] is one of the best all-around athletes in Oklahoma and looks to capitalize on Weatherford's 4A championship hopes. He plays very physically which makes sense following his commitment to play football at the University of Oklahoma. Nickson is a force on both ends of the floor thanks to his unique blend of elite physical tools and feel with the ball in his hands. He seems unstoppable at times throughout 4A play which has helped make Weatherford one of the top contenders in the state this season.     [player_tooltip player_id='1504901' first='Tate' last='Sage'] is a very well-rounded wing with a noticeable feel for the game. He shoots the ball well from deep but also brings a good level of athleticism which shows up while attacking the rim and competing on the interior. Playing next to other impressive prospects in [player_tooltip player_id='1391435' first='CJ' last='Nickson'] and his brother, [player_tooltip player_id='1504903' first='Ethan' last='Sage'], he brings a well-refined game to Weatherford which could help the Eagles finally get over the hump and bring home the gold ball this season.     [player_tooltip player_id='1579596' first='Trayden' last='Chambers'] is an aggressive big man who can compete with the best on the interior. He makes a clear impact around the rim on both ends with a nonstop motor and great touch on finishes near the rim. I have been very impressed with his ability to serve as a connective playmaker out of the low and mid post. Chambers looks to keep Dale's dominant run alive on their hopes for a fourth straight 2A state championship.     [player_tooltip player_id='1625042' first='Diezel' last='Davis'] is a great floor spacer who is creative while playing with the ball in his hands. While he is clearly able to score efficiently from all three levels, his ability to find and play-make for others may be the most impressive. Despite playing at a small school, Davis has a killer menatlity that rivals some of the best in the state. As he enters his senior season, it should not be too much of a surprise to see interest from colleges pick up steam.

Being just over a month away from the 59th annual Tournament of Champions, it's time to start previewing some of the top-ranked prospects who are set to showcase their talents here. This article will look at several of the biggest names in the 2025 recruiting class who play for this year's eight teams attending. Each of these players have been listed in Prep Hoops' rankings and still have the ability to climb up boards during the upcoming season.