Final 2026 Rankings: All-DFW Team

<p><em>To close out the 2026 cycle, we recognize the top ranked prospects who not only produced at a high level, but also separated themselves within their respective regions. From dominant scorers to defensive anchors and rising talents, this group represents the best of what the 2026 Texas class had to offer.</em></p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Player of the Year</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">Duke signee, [player_tooltip player_id='2555019' first='Bryson' last='Howard'] has been on a whole other level since last summer and he hasn't looked back yet, finishing his high school career ranked top-15 nationally, the Gatorade Texas Player of the Year, and MVP of the State Champion Frisco Heritage Coyotes. As a dynamic lefty who can score from range or with power above the rim, Howard averaged over 22 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals, and a block per game, completely filling up the box score while dominating each performance with efficiency and impact across all phases.</p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Breakout Player</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1509230' first='Gavin' last='Placide'] moved to Texas and took the crown as the center in the state after helping to continue Faith Family's legacy as one of the top rising powerhouses in the country. Placide's a mobile forward with elite two-way versatility and physical presence, capable of impacting the game in multiple roles. He can score facing up or with his back to the basket while continuing to hone his hybrid skillset, showing flashes as a modern big who can operate in space and within halfcourt sets.</p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Athlete</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1779014' first='Seven' last='Spurlock']'s body control is unlike any other, giving him the ability to contort, twist, and hang in the air for some of the toughest finishes imaginable. He leaves his feet with ease, playing with amazing vertical pop within the flow of the game, turning routine drives and fast breaks into highlight reel finishes. Best available prospect after recently opening his recruitment, with tools that translate immediately to the next level.</p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Best Shot Maker</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1560901' first='Dakari' last='Spear'] is one of the best shot-makers in the state, consistently putting pressure on the defense with his ability to score from all three levels, but what truly separates him is his elite perimeter shooting and off-ball movement. Spear is constantly relocating, sprinting off screens, and finding open windows within the flow of the offense, showing a high-level understanding of spacing and timing. Once he sees a shot go in, he has the ability to heat up quickly and string together scoring bursts. Even when tightly guarded, he remains poised, showing the skill to knock down contested shots with confidence and rhythm.</p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Two-Way Prospect</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1590876' first='Antoine' last='Almuttar'], ranked as the top two-way prospect, shows an impact on the game on both ends of the floor, bringing a consistent combination of scoring versatility, defensive versatility, and an overall feel for the game that translates to winning basketball. He's the type of guy who can carry the offensive load while anchoring defensive efforts and responsibility, often matching up against the opposing team's best player. His motor runs consistently, impacting the glass, creating extra possessions, and making hustle plays that swing momentum.</p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Highest Motor</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1590879' first='Bryce' last='Dixon'] is known for his next level impact on the game, playing with relentless energy and physicality on every possession, always playing with an edge and constantly setting the tone with his effort and intensity. Dixon's motor is consistent and contagious, often shifting momentum with hustle plays that energize both his team and the crowd. Defensively, [player_tooltip player_id='1590879' first='Bryce' last='Dixon'] is a nightmare to deal with, and offensively, he thrives off energy, attacking downhill and finishing strong through contact.</p>

To close out the 2026 cycle, we recognize the top ranked prospects who not only produced at a high level, but also separated themselves within their respective regions. From dominant scorers to defensive anchors and rising talents, this group represents the best of what the 2026 Texas class had to offer.