Updated Class of 2026 Rankings - Stock Risers

The pre-season update of the Class of 2026 rankings is complete and there were a number of guys that moved up in the rankings. Here's a look at some of the ones that should continue their rise through the spring.    Change: +47 (from #149 to #102)   Big things ahead this senior season for the hard-working 6-foot-4 forward, who really shone in a number of events and camps we watched him at over the summer. A player who contributes in areas beyond just scoring, he was always a presence on the boards and defense, using his high motor and competitive to make a difference. He has a nice face-up shot that he will undoubtedly utilize this upcoming year at West Linn.     Change: +33 (from #117 to #84)     A threat off the bench for last season's 5A state tournament team, Southard will ascend into the starting lineup and be a major offensive weapon for the Bulldogs in 2025-26. He's long, lanky, and athletic at 6-foot-5 and in addition to being able to knock down jumpers from the perimeter he can also get to the hoop and finish with the flush. He's become a recruiting target for many of the in-state D-III and NAIA schools.     Change: +30 (from #41 to #11)   A role player last year, Miller should be one of Central Catholic's top scoring threats this season. He's grown to close to 6-foot-8 in height and this spring and summer showed off a fluid long range jumpers with one of the quickest releases around. His ability to not only hit open but contested jumpers will be critical in the Rams chase for another 6A state title.     Change: +26 (from #108 to #82)   Grant is a little hidden coming from Southern Oregon, but there's no question he's got talent. When we saw the 6-foot-2 combo guard in action with the Comets at University of Oregon team camp in June, he was dominant as a scorer and creator with the basketball, getting buckets at all three levels. Teamed up with junior [player_tooltip player_id='2287516' first='Malachi' last='Barlow'], they will form one of the best backcourts in all of 5A.     Change: +24 (from #31 to #7)   "Baby Jokic" has been regionally known in Central Oregon for quite some time but this spring and summer, the word was out. Playing with [program_tooltip program_id='2248658' first='Boss' last='Basketball'] on the AAU scene and with Crook County in June, he routinely piled up scoring and rebounding numbers while showing off his diverse big man skills against top competition which helped him earn a scholarship offer from WOU and all sorts of recruiting interest. It's hard to believe at this point last year his ranking was over #50.     Change: +19 (from #78 to #60)   Another big man on the rise is Haas, who sharpened his game during AAU ball running with the [program_tooltip program_id='2850997' first='Cascade' last='Kings']. He's strong and athletic in the post and can step out to face the basket, hitting jumpers or attacking the lane off the bounce. The 6-foot-7 senior will be a critical component on Cleveland's team that hopes to compete for a playoff berth.     Change: +18 (from #78 to #60)   Long and lanky, Jenkins impressed college coaches this off-season with his play both in club basketball with [program_tooltip program_id='2736879' first='Team' last='Progress'] and at several elite camps. The 6-foot-3 senior plays with a high motor and can really make a difference with his on-the-ball defense, but also has the ability to get hot with his shot from three-point range. He's been receiving solid recruiting interest from schools in the D-III Northwest Conference.

The pre-season update of the Class of 2026 rankings is complete and there were a number of guys that moved up in the rankings. Here's a look at some of the ones that should continue their rise through the spring.