Mingo hasn’t played this season due to an injury and will be fresh when he arrives in Chapel Hill in the summer to start his freshman season at UNC. The Tar Heels don’t have a top 10 pick since Coby White but with Caleb Wilson likely breaking that streak this season, Mingo will hope to make it back-to-back drafts with a Tar Heel in the top 10. Not much to update about Mingo, I am extremely high on his upside and Prep Hoops was the first public rankings outlet to move Mingo into the top 5 of the national rankings last spring.

One of the youngest 2026 prospects in the country, Mingo was the only 16 year old from the 2026 class invited to participate in Team USA Minicamp in October. Injuries have halted some of the opportunities to see Mingo, with him being unable to play at Team USA Minicamp, Peach Jam and other recent events. Once he gets fully healthy, he should be the leader of a Long Island Lutheran squad that should contend for Nike and Chipotle national championships. Mingo’s big brother is a freshman at Penn State and while the Nittany Lions are involved, schools like UCONN, Nc State, Alabama, Miami, UNC and more are all interested in Mingo at the moment.

Mingo has proven himself as one of the elite prospects in the nation, consistently dominating top competition. His performance at the NBPA Top 100 Camp earned him MVP honors, solidifying his reputation as a game-changer. With elite athleticism, skill, and leadership, he’s shown he’s easily a top 5 player in the country. Mingo’s rise is no fluke—he delivers on the biggest stages, every time.

Mingo is a crafty guard who’s recently come off a big summer, turning heads with his playmaking and scoring ability. His quick first step and tight handle make him a constant threat on offense. Mingo’s court vision and confidence set him apart, showing he can control the tempo of a game. With momentum on his side, he’s going to be hard to stop this season.

His stock continues to soar as he’s widely regarded as the most versatile point guard in the country. Standing at an imposing 6’5”, he scores with precision and purpose, wasting no motion and maximizing every touch. According to multiple coaches, Mingo boasts a wingspan between 6’10” and 6’11”, a physical advantage that fuels his disruptive defensive presence and makes life difficult for opposing ball handlers. He earned MVP honors at the NBPA Top 100 Camp, where he averaged 24 points, 7 assists, and 7 rebounds, showcasing his all-around dominance. A participant in the SLAM Summer Classic, Mingo continues to build his résumé against elite competition. He comes from a winning culture at Long Island Lutheran (LuHi), a powerhouse program competing in EYBL Scholastic. His older brother, Kayden Mingo, is set to begin his collegiate career at Penn State this season.

Mingo, a long and wiry guard, is having a breakout summer on the circuit. He’s showcased impressive scoring with great pace, picking his spots and making the game look effortless. His playmaking has stood out as well, consistently creating opportunities for teammates. Expect Mingo’s name to keep buzzing as he continues to raise his stock.

Mingo had the gym buzzing from start to finish, putting on a show from one game to the next on his way to obvious Camp MVP honors. Getting to showcase his extensive ball-in-hand ability after years of taking a back seat in high school, he averaged nearly 24/7/7 across four games while running a clinic on pick-and-roll operation. Mingo routinely used his size and handle to work into the middle of the floor where he could score in any number of ways or pick the defense apart as a passer. A consistent standout on the defensive end, he’s also continued to show growth as a shooter, knocking down 6 of his 17 attempts from long range while displaying comfort in the midrange pullup game and converting 17-of-22 (77%) at the line. His performance had college coaches and NBA scouts alike reconsidering the Long Island native’s place in the conversation among the nation’s truly elite long-term prospects.

Competition for the #1 ranking in the national class is seemingly wide open, and if conversations throughout the weekend are any indication, Mingo figures to be right in the thick of debates for that top spot if his play in Memphis is a sign of things to come. After taking a backseat to older teammates in the winter, Mingo has been aggressive and mostly dominant on both ends of the floor this spring. This weekend was no different as he averaged 20.5 points on 50% shooting (despite an uncharacteristic 0-for on Sunday), routinely knifing his way downhill as perhaps the most dynamic driver in the class. Mingo still showed his versatility despite the heavy scoring load, sharing primary ballhandler duties while dishing out over 3 assists per game, grabbing almost 3 steals per game, and chipping in on the glass with his frontcourt depleted by injury to the tune of more than 8 rebounds a contest. He didn’t have his 3-ball working, which showed signs of improvement during the season and figures to be the key swing in his development if he’s to make a push for the claim of top prospect in the class.

Mingo is continuing a huge summer, consistently standing out with his strong performances. He’s a talented guard who combines size, skill, and a smooth pace to impact the game on both ends. His ability to score at all three levels makes him a tough cover for defenders. With each event, Mingo is proving he’s one of the more complete guards in his class.

Mingo is a skilled guard with great size for his position, allowing him to see over defenders and make smart plays. He possesses a high basketball IQ, consistently making the right reads and decisions under pressure. Offensively, he has a smooth scoring ability, capable of creating his own shot and finishing at all three levels. His poise and versatility make him a valuable asset on both ends of the floor.