2026 New Prospects to Know

Breakout junior campaign for the Knights. Looks the part with long arms and quick movements for his height. Backs it up with full stat lines and two-way impact. Capable of climbing the ladder to block shots at the rim, while also being aggressive to deflect and steal passes. Lopez has some wiggle and change of direction ability to glide through the defense in transition. And also get downhill in the halfcourt. Lots of intriguing tools, Lopez is quietly getting it done against a tough Class 6A schedule. Name for Region II JuCos to start monitoring now.     Intriguing slasher for the Wolves. Good athleticism, with elevation to finish high and nimble movements for his height. Currently seems to be at his best in transition, where his speed and burst allows him to get down the court in the hurry. In the halfcourt has been a "15 and foot" in type player. Capable of slashing up the defense from the high post with a mid-range game or exploding to finish at the rim. Strong junior season, and hopefully can continue to find an extra gear next year that could sneakily turn him into one of the better scorers in Oklahoma.     Bouncy wing-forward, who excels at doing the dirty work for the Timberwolves. Plays on a pogos stick when it comes to securing rebounds and defending the rim. Is currently a slasher only on offense, but has clear next level athleticism. Still a raw prospect, Lesley's motor serves him well as he continues to grow his all around game.     An unfortunate knee injury cut short what was a breakout campaign for Thompson. Had a key role as a reliable sharpshooter. Along with being a spot up threat, is more than capable of making the defense pay by putting it on the deck a couple times and hitting in the mid-range. Hopeful for a full recover and Thompson being ready for a successful senior year for a team with Gold Ball aspirations.     Shooter! It started with a viewing at a preseason scrimmage and has carried over throughout the year for one of Class 6A's best teams. Holt is an off the ball weapon, who if open odds are his shot is probably going in. Has been a crucial part of a Norman team that has some of the best chemistry in the state. With Holt being a great example of knowing and thriving in his role. If Norman is to make their third straight Class 6A tournament, look for the junior to make clutch triples down the stretch.     Small town scorer, who is already over 1000 points for his career. Good combination of height and shooting touch. Has an old school midrange game, with a good crossover and fluid movements to rise up over defenders. Good all around scoring game, but three point shooting should be his calling card as he starts to look for a next level home over the next year. Especially as hitting shots and competing on defense is one of the best paths to early contribution collegiately.     Inside-outside threat for the Demons. Long arms make him a presence around the rim with blocks and rebounds. Can step out and stretch the floor with catch and shoot threes. While skinny right now, great base to build. As he looks like a late bloomer who's should be capable of finding a role at the next level if he loves the game.