2026 Rankings Update: Top Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2026 rankings update is here with over 250 prospects taking part. Every new update sees players added to the rankings, and this one is no different. Here are the top newcomers in the 2026 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2339154' first='Isaiah' last='Thomas'], 6'4 SF Paul VI</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thomas is the top ranked prospect in the 2026 rankings update as he is doing a post-grad season. The 6'4 wing attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong around the rim and can make tough shots around the rim. Thomas uses his size to see over his defender and moves well without the ball in his hands. He has the length to defend multiple positions and is an underrated passer. Thomas has had a breakout spring and is looking to carry over that momentum into the summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1412111' first='Brian' last='Tassey'], 6'5 SG Lawrenceville</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tassey is doing a post-grad year at Lawrenceville where he should put his game on display this season. The 6'5 guard uses his size to see over his defender and threads passes to his open teammates in the half court. Tassey knows how to finish around the basket and can also score in the mid-range. He uses his length to be disruptive on the defensive end and pushes the ball well in transition. Tassey's ability to play on the ball is something that will help his stock in a big way over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2872309' first='Luke' last='Wafle'], 6'5 PF Hun</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wafle's collegiate future is on the gridiron, but he also makes plays on the hardwood. The 6'5 forward uses his strong frame to get position and can finish through contact in the paint. Wafle can also put the ball on the floor and rolls nicely to the basket in the pick-and-roll game. He rips down rebounds at both ends of the floor and holds his ground on the defensive end. Wafle is a physical forward prospect who will be a force at both ends of the floor throughout the 2025-26 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2857842' first='Bryan' last='Camacho'], 6'3 SG Don Bosco Prep</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Camacho has the opportunity to have a big summer as he should get more touches on the offensive end. The 6'3 guard has a good first step, which he uses to blow by his defender off the bounce and finishes nicely around the basket. Camacho is more than just a slasher as he has a good release on his jumper and sets his feet before he shoots. He is a tough defender and is an underrated passer. Camacho is a gritty guard prospect whose ability to stretch the floor and defend on the ball will help his game in a big way over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2857856' first='Zakariah' last='Bah'], 6'4 SF/SG Moorestown Friends</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bah is one of the more intriguing prospects in the class with his combination of size, length and athleticism. The 6'4 wing explodes off the floor for dunks and can draw contact in the paint. Bah moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups and jumpers in the half court. He has an underrated handle and uses his length to get deflections on the defensive end. Bah is a lanky wing prospect whose ability to make plays at both ends of the floor throughout the summer AAU season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Watch:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2870003' first='RJ' last='Wortman'], 6'5 SF/PF Colonia</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2868287' first='Ryan' last='Malcolm'], 6'5 PF/SF Johnson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2862249' first='Richie' last='Gardner'], 6'3 SG/PG Bridgewater-Raritan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2868291' first='Keegan' last='Cohen'], 6'0 SG/CG Gloucester</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2858071' first='Isiah' last='Pennyfeather'], 6'1 CG/SG Franklin</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->