Meet 12 of the top guys’s college basketball hires for

• Paul BiancardiMay 30, 2025, 09:00 AM ET Close National Recruiting Director for ESPN.com

• 18 years of training experience at Department I level
• Previous Horizon League coach of the year at Wright State

Thirty-five of the nation’s finest high school kids’ basketball players gathered at an U.S.A. Basketball training school last week to contend for an area on the 12-man roster of the under-16 nationwide team ahead of the 2025 FIBA U16 Guys’s AmeriCup (June 2-8 in Juárez, Mexico).

With much of those very same players featured in ESPN’s recruiting rankings, here are searching reports on 12 of the leading 2027 and 2028 employees we saw in Colorado Springs.

2027 employees C.J. Rosser, No. 2 Rosser is highly competent with two-way versatility. Offensively, he’s a true triple-threat with the self-confidence to take open shots, make the right pass or drive past defenders. As a screener, he threatens in the pick-and-pop and pick-and-roll, and performs well in ghost screen actions. Rosser does not simply remain on the 3-point line, either. He’ll make cuts to the basket and is comfortable in the mid-post with his back to the basket. His height, long strides and wingspan are all assets defensively. With a mix of physical measurables, fluidity and coachability, he’s already on the radar of NBA scouts.Marcus Spears Jr., No. 3 Spears ‘skill is undeniable and an excellent professional athlete. At 6-foot-7, his ball-handling and passing stand apart. He was efficient in training school skirmishes as a lob-catcher, rebounder and second-chance scorer. After a peaceful start in practice, Spears selected it up by wanting to block shots and make shots inside the arc. Defensively, he moved his feet with quickness and utilized his movement to run the flooring. His coachability also stood out. There are tips of Tayshaun Prince and Lamar Odom in Spears ‘game.Editor’s Picks 1 Associated Jeremy Jenkins., No. 16 Jenkins uses his 6-foot-7, 225-pound frame to rebound aggressively and play strong low-post defense. He

likewise tore down the occasional foul line jumper. His high motor led to production on the glass and he efficiently sets screens on and off the ball. Groups don’t have to run plays for him, yet he makes his presence felt.Cayden Daughtry, No. 26 Daughtry played with pace and speed to push the ball in shift, yet was poised in the half court. He has a good doubt transfer to surpass defenders, and wants to draw in defenders to drive-and-kick to open teammates. As soon as inside the paint, Daughtry has a tight floater, and is comfy making shots from beyond the arc. His passing amazed– especially his capability to hit the slip off evaluating action– and he constantly plays with his direct. His on-ball defense was noticeable, too, and should continue to improve. He has tones of Louisville’s Mikel Brown Jr.Nasir Anderson, No. 32 A high-energy talker and protector, Anderson plays a physical game. He does an excellent task soaking up contact, going strong to the basket and attempting free-throws. His defensive interaction was loud, and he

pressured the ball while revealing excellent anticipation and awareness. He made some timely shots, too. A hard-charging lefty who drives through contact to finish or draw the foul, Anderson is the kind of player who goes for it, all the time– the kind of player opponents would rather play with than against.2028 employees Bentley Lusakueno, No. 1 As the No. 1 possibility in the increasing sophomore class, Lusakueno continues to show constant development with his impressive frame and capability. His jumper has touch and variety, though it stays inconsistent. He makes the most of his length, height and soft touch by posting up effectively, demonstrating strong footwork. He also revealed pledge on the glass, rebounding outside his area to pursue the ball. Defensively, Lusakueno was active as a rim protector and alert in aid circumstances, showcasing his adaptability. There’s still plenty for him to discover, but he has a world of talent to develop on.2025 NBA draft – New mock draft! Flagg to Mavs and more – Gamer survey: Who’s most underrated? – Cooper Flagg’s leading NBA comps: Kawhi? – Top 100 huge board rankings|Pelton’s 30 – Stacking all 30 groups’draft assets|More Erick Dampier Jr., No. 3 Dampier’s game, frame and energy have all made visible improvements. In practice sessions, the first thing that stood apart was his capability to start and preserve contact with protectors to create scoring angles around the basket. He has a strong, thick frame and trustworthy hands, rebounds consistently with 2 hands and converts a high percentage of his paint
touches. He likewise brings worth as a willing and effective screener. His

father, Erick

Dampier, was a standout at Mississippi State and the 10th overall pick in the 1996 NBA draft.Boss Mhoon, No. 17 Mhoon had fun with a strong motor and an innovative feel for the circulation of the game. He has a flair for scoring, coupled with great size and court awareness for being 15. He excels in shift, efficient in assaulting the rim or discovering the open guy. In practice, he consistently had fun with his direct and showed the capability to provide quick, precise passes at a moment’s notification. When protectors sagged off, he pulled up

for mid-range jumpers, and proved he can knock down long-distance shots when set. Simply put, Mhoon puts constant pressure on the defense.Colton Hiller, No. 13 Hiller showed impressive size and a smooth shooting stroke, fitting in flawlessly regardless of being among the youngest players on the flooring at 14. He took on a combination of high effort and strong basketball IQ, drawing early comparisons to a young Kon Knueppel. During practices, he regularly looked for and knocked down catch-and-shoot chances without hesitation. As a passer, he kept things simple and efficient, revealing

adequate touch to either make the help or keep the offense moving. As of now, Hiller’s greatest strength is his floor-spacing ability.Mason Collins, No. 20 At 6-foot-5, the 15-year-old Collins sticks out for his early vision and ball abilities. He can handle, complete and find the open guy in transition. He likewise has the prospective to become an impactful on-ball protector at his size, able to turn on the boundary without getting punished. Collins’worth appears both on and off the ball: he made fast reads, delivered timely passes and produced scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates.

He is a real big wing with

advanced feel and versatility. Paul Biancardi Michai White, No. 22 White played hard on both ends of the flooring. He’s a focused protector who likes to deny the wing and does a great job expecting passes. On the ball, he moves his feet and tries to keep the ball in front of him. He has a well-rounded offending game that combines driving, moving the ball, playmaking and the self-confidence to tear down open mid-range and 3-point shots. White is the type of player who assists teams win.Owen Eteuati-Edwards, unranked Eteuati-Edward is a productive player who had some nice overall performances in the training camp skirmishes. His high basketball IQ appeared in the way he read the game and expected the action. And his 6-foot-7 frame is matched by outstanding hands, passing vision and strong court awareness. His ability to rating, rebound, disperse and safeguard stood apart. A difficult matchup due to his size and strength around the rim, he likewise revealed ability on the boundary. He is a capable chauffeur, reputable shooter and reliable operator in ball screens and dribble handoffs. He plays

an important role as a port who connects an offense together.