2026 Gvanni Byron (Team Global)
Byron was a strong and consistent presence for his team throughout the event. He is a strong, physical guard who can force the action, using his physical frame to his advantage, attacking downhill, embracing contact, and finishing well through defenders. Byron consistently was one of the true leaders for his team
2026 Talla Mbaye (NC Heels Elite)
Mbaye continues to be a strong force on the court with his college frame, overall strength, and production. He plays hard, competes well around the basket, and displays touch and activity around the basket. Mbaye finds ways to get the ball in his hands, scores strong in the paint, and attacks the glass well, and I do believe there is more left in the tank for him.
2026 Rares Trandafir (Next Level Elite)
Trandafir was one we were eager to see more of this weekend, and the 6’10 big man didn’t disappoint. He continues to bring a lot of intrigue with his game, as he has legit size, strong footwork, and shows that he is comfortable inside and out. He grabbed our attention with his comfort in stepping out and stretching the floor, being comfortable from behind the arc or facing up in other areas. But he also runs the floor and shows his ability to impact the game in the paint.
2026 Chaise Smith (Team Wall)
We were excited to see the dynamic guard in action and he didn’t disappoint, as college coaches should have walked away highly impressed. Smiith has that “it” factor in his game that has to excite you, especially with his blend of athleticism, scoring, and ability to create, and his playmaking. He has an electric feel on the court, scoring in a variety of ways, creating off the bounce, finishing at the rim, knocking down shots with confidence, and his overall ability to find teammates.
2026 Ian Bailey (Team Vision)
Bailey is one who absolutely should have D1’s talking, and he showed that ONCE AGAIN on the big stage. College coaches all around the region should be heading his way and it is easy to see. His development as a scorer has been impressive, finishing strong, creating space, and attacking downhill, but he also blends it so well with running the show overall, displaying IQ and feel, and doing what the team needs him to do. Bailey offers so much on the court, and college coaches should be all over him and his recruitment.
2026 Drew Johnson (Team Loaded 336)
Johnson had a really good LIVE period with Team Loaded; he was the driving force offensively and really flourished with his speed, his ability to create, and showing how he can score in a variety of ways. Johnson is a crafty and quick guard who shows the ability to get by defenders, finish well over defenders off the bounce, and can truly be an impact player from the perimeter. Such a shifty guard that can get it done on both sides.