2026 Rankings Update: Shooting Guard Newcomers

Joe Esquivel-Murphy March 24, 2025 @ 05:51 PM

<p>The 2026 rankings update are here with nearly 240 prospects in the update. The shooting guard class was full of new prospects entering the rankings. Here are the top shooting guard newcomers in the 2026 class.</p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1764304' first='Gabe' last='Hornberger'], 6'5 Peddie</strong></h2>   <p>Hornberger is the top-rated newcomer in the class as he showed his ability to score the ball at all three levels. The 6'5 guard has a good release on his jumper as he wastes little motion and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Hornberger is more than just a shooter as he can also get to the rim off the bounce and finishes nicely around the basket. He moves well without the ball in his hands and has the size to defend multiple positions on the floor. Hornberger is a skilled guard prospect who is set to have a big spring and summer AAU season.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2763489' first='Dede' last='Andre-Mushipu'], 6'5 St. Benedict's</strong></h2>   <p>Andre-Mushipu has the ability to play either spot on the wing, making him an intriguing prospect in the class. The 6'5 wing has a good first step, which he uses to beat his defender of the bounce and finishes strong above the rim. Andre-Mushipu uses his size to see over his defender and can also score in the mid-range. He uses his length to cause deflections on defense and is an underrated passer. Andre-Mushipu's versatility is something that will help his game in a big way over the course of the next couple of months.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2763469' first='Chris' last='Ferrare'], Montville</strong></h2>   <p>Ferrare showed the potential to play on and off the ball and should carry over his confidence into the AAU season. He has a smooth shooting stroke and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Ferrare does more than just shoot as he also gets into the paint off the bounce and finishes well around the basket. He can find his open teammates in the halfcourt and is an underrated defender.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2779190' first='Tayshaun' last='Banks'], 6'4 Rahway</strong></h2>   <p>Banks flashed at times for the Indians down the stretch as he showed his ability to make plays on the wing. The 6'4 wing has a solid handle, which he uses to get into the paint and finishes well around the basket. Banks moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups and jumpers in the halfcourt. He rises up for rebounds on both ends of the floor and has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor. Banks is a lanky wing prospect whose stock is just about to rise this spring.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2759298' first='Kai' last='Arrington'], 6'1 Keyport</strong></h2>   <p>Arrington had a breakout junior campaign as he poured in over 400 points in 2024-25. The 6'1 guard has a nice handle, which he uses to get to his spot on the floor and has a good touch in the mid-range. Arrington is more than just a slasher as he sets his feet before he shoots and can get hot from distance in a hurry. He is a solid rebounder and has the ability to play on the ball at times. Arrington had eight 20-point games in 2024-25 and is looking to carry over his scoring into the spring. </p>

The 2026 rankings update are here with nearly 240 prospects in the update. The shooting guard class was full of new prospects entering the rankings. Here are the top shooting guard newcomers in the 2026 class.