Rankings Release: Risers throughout the Top 150

New England's 2026 rankings have been updated, and, as could be expected after a busy spring of travel basketball, plenty of prospects were able to improve their stock and climb up the rankings.   In all, 25 prospects rose at least 10 spots in this rankings update, with the biggest riser being Wilbraham & Monson's [player_tooltip player_id='2818561' first='Chinedu' last='Okpara'], who rose an astounding 113 spots.   A significant riser near the top of the rankings? That would be the Newman School's [player_tooltip player_id='1532640' first='Quinn' last='Costello']. The talented stretch forward rose 7 spots in this update, and now sits just outside the Top 10 at #11. Named MVP at the recent Pangos All-American Camp, Costello is now turning his potential into production, making an impact with his versatility on the offensive end of the floor and asserting himself defensively as a rebounder and rim protector. In the last week alone, he's picked up offers from Notre Dame, Vanderbilt, Minnesota, Illinois, and Iowa.   Below are ten prospects, including Okpara, who made noticable strides in their games since our last update, and subsequently, rose up the rankings.    Green, a wing out of Putnam Science Academy, checks into the rankings at #13, climbing 9 spots since our last update. An elite athlete with impressive measurables, he's asserted himself as one of the most impactful wing defenders in the region. He uses his length to guard on the perimeter, has good instincts as a help side shot blocker, and is an aggressive defensive rebounder. Offensively, he finishes plays above the rim, has a quick first step as a driver, and continues to improve his consistency as a shooter. He's a key piece for the Mass Rivals on the 3SSB circuit and is a prospect that mid-majors will be lining up for this summer.     Roberts, a guard out of Putnam Science Academy, checks into the rankings at #20, climbing 8 spots since our last update. A participant at this year's Made Hoops Uncommon 40 All American Camp, he was one of New England's top stock risers this spring. A confident ball handler, he has good positional size and nice athletic pop, both of which he uses to his advantage as a creator on the offensive end of the floor. The lefty can finish at multiple levels and is a tough cover in transition. He's competitive on the defensive end of the floor and thrives off creating turnovers. He'll be another highly sought after prospect by mid-major programs this summer and runs with Team New England Basketball Club.     White, a wing out of the Newman School, checks into the rankings at #33, climbing 17 spots since our last update. A long, 6'8" hybrid forward, he improved week by week this season, and has started to turn potential into production. He's a confident shooter in catch and shoot situations, has the ability to put the ball on the floor as a slasher, and finishes with athleticism and strength around the rim. His defensive versatility stands out as he can guard four positions, makes plays in passing lanes, and continues to assert himself on the defensive glass. He has scholarship tools and should catch the attention of low majors this summer.     Bryan, a guard out of Proctor Academy, checks into the rankings at #53, climbing 51 spots since our last update. The second highest climbing prospect in this update, he's a power guard that has the ability to play on or off the basketball on the offensive end of the floor, while being a game-changing defender defensively. He's a good decision maker with the ball in his hands, has the ability to create his own shot off the bounce, and uses his strength to not get pushed off the ball as a driver. Defensively, he's got quick hands, moves his feet well laterally, and has the size plus strength combo to guard any spot on the perimeter. He's a prospect scholarship level schools should take a look at this summer when he'll play with NSSA.     Maxwell-Grimes, a guard out of Suffield Academy, checks into the rankings at #61, climbing 27 spots since our last update. A crafty ball-handler, he does a nice job of playing with a live dribble, getting to his spots as a scorer, and keeping possessions alive offensively. He has a good feel playing in ball screens, can score from well behind the three point line, and does a nice job of getting into his pull-up game. Defensively, he sits in a stance, moves his feet, and doesn't gamble; but, takes advantage of turnovers when the opportunity presents itself in transition. Scholarship level programs should take notice this summer, as he'll play on the 3SSB circuit with New Heights.     Okpara, a forward out of Wilbraham & Monson Academy, checks into the rankings at #62, climbing 113 spots since our last update. A two-way hybrid forward, he is a high level defender that uses his physical tools to his advantage on that end of the floor. A multi-positional defender, he makes plays in passing lanes and has a high motor as a defensive rebounder. He runs the floor well in transition, does a nice job of scoring around the rim, and shows the ability to create his own in the mid-range. He has scholarship levels tools and will have a chance to show out in front of plenty of D1 and D2 schools while playing for the Middlesex Magic on the UAA.     Lopez, a guard out of Central Catholic, checks into the rankings at #82, climbing 12 spots since our last update. One of the top players in the MIAA this winter, he's continued to impress this spring with his ability to play on or off the ball, score efficiently, and limit turnovers. He does a nice job of playing at his own pace, makes good decisions out of ball screens, and knows how to score against smaller guard on the block. He just knows how to score the basketball and can get it done in a variety of ways. A prospect with a well-rounded offensive game, he'll play with the Mass Rivals this summer on the 3SSB and should be highly saught after by high academic programs.     McFadden, a guard out of Worcester Academy, checks into the rankings at #103, climbing 21 spots since our last update. A cofident ball-handler, decision maker, and scorer, he continues to show off a well-rounded offensive game. He's got some wiggle off the bounce, does a nice job of turning the corner out of ball screens, and can quickly elevate into his jumper in the mid-range. Defensively, he can guard in space and does a nice job of forcing opposing ball-handlers into mistakes. Playing with The House We Built, he's a prospect that programs from all levels of college hoops will be following this summer.     Tarro, a wing out of LaSalle Academy, checks into the rankings at #142, climbing 44 spots since our last update. A high academic prospect, he was one of the top wings in the RIIL this winter. This spring, he's continued to show that he can score at multiple levels, makes plays with the ball in his hands, and operate as a decision maker in the half-court. He's a plus athlete that can really finish around the rim, uses his frame to his advantage as a two-way rebounder, and has the ability to guard forwards due to his strength. The Rhode Island Magic guard should have wide ranging Division III interest this summer and could play his way into priority recruit status in New England.     Ames, a guard out of Camden Hills, checks into the rankings at #145, climbing 11 spots since our last update. Arguably the top public school prospect in Maine, he was one of the top scorers in the MPA this winter and continued to stand out on the spring travel circuit. A plus athlete, he's comfortable with the ball in his hands, showing the ability to score at all three levels, and doing some of his best work around the rim. He has a quick first step, plays with a fair amount of strength, and does a nice job of keeping his dribble alive to get to his spots. Defensively, he does a nice job of rebounding in space and isn't afraid to sit in a stance and defend on the perimeter. He'll run with XLP this summer and is a must watch prospect for D3s in New England, and maybe even some D2s.

New England's 2026 rankings have been updated, and, as could be expected after a busy spring of travel basketball, plenty of prospects were able to improve their stock and climb up the rankings.