2026’s New Top 10 in New England

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Rankins Update</em> coverage continues with a look at the new <em>Top 10</em> in the <em>Class of 2026</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There were three notable additions to the <em>Top 10</em> in this update, starting at <strong><em>#5</em></strong> with <em>Brewster Academy's</em> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2563037' first='Darien' last='Moore']</strong>. Things really started to change at <strong><em>#6</em></strong>, with <em>Lawrence Academy's</em> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2341363' first='Alex' last='Egbuonu']</strong> climbing all the way from <strong><em>#13</em></strong>. The last newcomer to the <em>Top 10</em> is the <em>Newman School's</em> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2638999' first='Lucas' last='Morillo']</strong>, who checks in at <strong><em>#10</em></strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below, we'll break down the updated&nbsp;<em>Top 10</em>, with a quick breakdown of how these prospects have performed so far this season and what makes them stand out on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2341271' first='Sebastian' last='Wilkins']:</strong> A big wing that makes his impact as a versatile defender and efficient scorer, Wilkins is a nationally ranked prospect that leaves his imprint all over games for <em>Brewster Academy</em>. He's capable of creating his own shot off the bounce, punishes rims as a finisher in transition, and is a high level rebounder on both ends of the floor.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2341304' first='Abdou' last='Toure']:</strong> An electrifying scorer on the wing, Toure is the top public school prospect in New England and has <em>Notre Dame-West Haven</em> primed for a state championship run this winter. He's a three level scorer that is a high level shot creator, can finish with authority at the rim as a slasher, and has the ability to be a defensive stopper on the wing when he's locked in.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2341292' first='Collins' last='Chidera Onyejiaka']:</strong> The <em>Newman School</em> big man continues to improve at a rapid rate, proving to not only be the best big man in New England, but one of the best in the entire country. He's a physical presence in the paint on both ends of the floor that alters and rejects shots at a high rate on one end and punishes the rim as a finisher on the other.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2341286' first='Sam' last='Fleming']: </strong>A versatile wing that can operate as the hub of an offense, Fleming continues to do a bit of everything on the offensive end of the floor for <em>Wilbraham &amp; Monson</em>. At 6'7" he has the ability to take smaller defenders into the post where he's an efficient scorer; in space he does a nice job of handling the ball and operating as a primary initiator.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2563037' first='Darien' last='Moore']:</strong> The <strong><em>Seton Hall</em></strong> commit is one of the top perimeter shooters in New England. He can score in a variety of ways while also operating as a decision maker on the offensive end, but shines defensively with his ability to shut down opposing guards, keeping them out of the paint and creating plenty of turnovers in the process.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1532462' first='Vincent' last='Osazee']:</strong> A 6'9" slashing forward at <em>Reason Prep</em>, Osazee continues to operate as a high motor forward that makes an enormous impact on a game around the rim. He's a high level slasher that can finish with athleticism or power around the rim and has developed as a defender that rebounds at a high rate while supplying plenty of rim protection.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2341363' first='Alex' last='Egbuonu']: </strong>A big time scorer out of <em>Lawrence Academy</em>, Egbuonu has asserted himself offensively early in the season, including a 38-point performance just last week. At 6'6" he has a versatile game that combines elements of athleticism, power, and skill. He is a tough shot maker, multi-positional defender, and good decision maker with the ball in his hands.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2341352' first='Jaxson' last='Terry']:</strong> The <em>CATS Academy</em> wing continues to prove that he can make an impact on both ends of the floor with his consistent outside shot and the ability to be disruptive as an on-ball defender. He's a gifted scorer that has really come on from behind the arc and compliments that with his ability to force turnovers at a high rate.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2341288' first='Warren' last='Keel Jr.']:</strong> A lead guard at <em>Putnam Science Academy</em>, Keel has started the year by proving that he's a high level playmaker who rarely turns the ball over that can add scoring punch when called upon. He does a great job of creating easy scoring opportunities for his teammates, is an efficient scorer in the halfcourt, and can guard at the point of attack.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2638999' first='Lucas' last='Morillo']:</strong> The 6'6" wing has quickly made a name for himself in New England, proving to be one of the early season's biggest breakout stars. The <em>Newman School</em> prospect is a three level scorer that can knock down shots in bunches from behind the arc while also showing that he's a crafty finisher in the paint. His offensive versatility stands out each and every game.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out this week as we continue to expand on our updated 2026 rankings, with thoughts on&nbsp;<em>newcomers</em>,&nbsp;<em>risers</em>, and more!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->