2026 Rankings Update: Top Small Forwards

<!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2026","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"77247","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"75759","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-666a4cbc7a501"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2026 rankings update is here with over 160 players taking part of the new update. The wing group is loaded with talent and will be one to watch over the course of the next two years. Here are the top small forwards from the 2026 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1595675' first='Julius' last='Avent'], 6'6 Bergen Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Avent is the top ranked small forward in the 2026 rankings update after a solid spring. The 6'6 forward is at his best attacking the basket as he finishes strong above the rim and is unafraid of drawing contact. Avent sets his feet before he shoots and is an underrated passer. He works hard on the glass and has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor. Avent is a talented wing prospect who has the potential to make noise over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1595666' first='Ethan' last='Mgbako'], 6'5 Roselle Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mgbako has had a big spring and is looking to carry it over into the summer. The 6'5 forward has a good first step, which he uses to get to the rim off the bounce and can finish through contact around the basket. Mgbako wastes little motion in his release and shoots the ball with confidence. He fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor and slides his feet on defense. Mgbako picked up a pair of high majors offers with his play this spring and should pick up more if his play continues this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1788751' first='Kole' last='Grandison'], 6'5 Immaculate Conception</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Grandison has the potential to have a big summer with his ability to make plays at both ends of the floor. The 6'5 forward rises up nicely on his jumper and wastes little motion in his release. Grandison can also get to the rim off the bounce and is unafraid of contact. He is an underrated defender and works hard on the defensive end. Grandison's ability to make plays at both ends of the floor will help his stock throughout the summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1595668' first='AJ' last='Williams'], 6'7 Bergen Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams is one of the most intriguing prospects in the class with his combination of size and athleticism. The 6'7 wing uses his size to see over his defender and can get to his spot on the floor. Williams finishes nicely around the basket and moves well without the ball in his hands. He uses his length to cause disruptions on the defensive end and is an underrated rebounder. Williams is a lanky wing prospect who has the potential to make noise this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2148602' first='Eric' last='Hillsman'], 6'7 Roselle Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hillsman has the ability to play either forward spot, which will help his development in a big way. The 6'7 lefty elevates for dunks in the halfcourt and can finish through contact around the basket. Hillsman uses his handle to get past his defender in the halfcourt and is an underrated passer. He uses good timing on the defensive end to get blocks and skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor. Hillsman's ability to impact the game at both ends of the floor makes him a prospect to track over the course of the summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Know:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1595685' first='Jehki' last='Burnam'], 6'5 Linden</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1859563' first='Tyshawn' last='Boyd'], 6'4 Orange</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2342640' first='Austin' last='Workman'], 6'5 Morris Catholic</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1788758' first='Chase' last='Moore'], 6'4 Middle Township</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1919205' first='A'Zon' last='Young'], 6'3 St. Augustine</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->