2026 Rankings: Big House Stretch Run Difference Makers

Juniors who are ready to change games while their small school programs make a push to return, or make their first trip to the Oklahoma State Tournament.    Elite floor vision, tight handles and outstanding court awareness characterized the first two years of Edwards' career. He scored in spurts, especially from three. This year he's elevated his scoring production, with more and more 20+ point performances. While also maintaining efficiency levels, especially as a perimeter shooter. Has navigated the Royals to a top 10 ranking. A tough Area awaits with with 3A favorite Millwood and Tulsa private school Lincoln. Potential games where Edwards' improved scoring abilities would be put to the test.     The Mustangs have been on the cusp of a state title for a few seasons. And the continual development of Clark could prove the difference maker this year. He's become a mid-range maven, with a good combination of smooth and suddenness when he stops to gain separation. Is also a physical finisher with good lift around the rim. Over the last year, has matured into one of the better all around scorers in Oklahoma, regardless of classification. Should put on a scoring show to close out the Big House, with his long range bombing teammate Davis.     Multi-sport star for the Bulldogs from the Panhandle. Made the junior year leap regarding raw athletic ability, has a good first step and long speed in transition. Good shiftiness with the ball in his hands for a player of his size. Plays with the physicality that would be expected of a football player. At the Mustang Holiday Classic earlier this year, he carved up 6A Mustang in the first half. With good finishing, a mid-range game and strong vision as a creator. Type of complete all around guard who makes an impact even when not scoring. Will likely have college opportunities in football and basketball.     The lefty is one of the best shooters in the class, and is putting together one of the best high school resumes in Oklahoma. Made state as a freshman, then followed it up by winning Class A last year. So far this year he's led the Warriors to an undefeated mark. And has done so in style for a run and gun team that regularly blows out foes by 20 or more. He's an automatic spot up threat, with a crafty game off the bounce. While primarily a scorer, Mueggenborg does have good vision and quick processing. Especially with some of the passes he makes in transition.     First year at Kingfisher, has joined with [player_tooltip player_id='1552314' first='Cash' last='Laird'] to give the Yellowjackets a good one-two punch in a bounce back year. White is the more physical of the two. Strong and decisive off the bounce. Has good mechanics from three, capable of hitting from deeper than the high school line and a tough shot maker in the mid-range. It's clear the time he's spenti n the gym to be an all around scorer, and had paid off this season.     The latest in the long line of Collins kids in Eastern Oklahoma. Fast and strong athlete, who doesn't need much of a runway to finish above the rim. Is a regular 20+ point scorer, who feasts in transition and getting downhill with his explosive first step. Collegiate future might lie in football, but should continue to be one of the more productive and exciting Eastern Oklahoma players over the next year.     Hartshorne finished the year ranked 10th in Class 2A and the addition of the lefty scorer was a big reason why. McKendrick is a quick guard, capable of stopping and popping in the mid-range or from three. Excellent hang time and lift on those mid-range pull ups. He can torch the nets from deep, and seems unfazed by hands in his face. Is also capable of acrobatic finishes around the rim, especially in transition. Has cleared 30+ points scored in a game this year and regularly has produced in the 20+ points mark.

Juniors who are ready to change games while their small school programs make a push to return, or make their first trip to the Oklahoma State Tournament.