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Taylen Kinney, a 6‑foot‑2 guard from Newport, Kentucky, has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team that will compete in the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
After a rigorous training camp in Colorado Springs, USA Basketball named a 12‑player roster that opens the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup against Argentina, Brazil and host Mexico, a tournament that could earn a spot at the 2027 World Cup.
Kentucky’s coaching staff is targeting versatile playmakers, and Nasir Anderson’s recent international success and high school performance have positioned him as a coveted prospect.
BYU’s head coach Kevin Young is actively rebuilding the roster after several key players left the program, exploring both domestic and overseas prospects to fill the center position before summer practices begin on June 15.
Two Kansas freshmen, Davion Adkins and Taylen Kinney, have been named finalists for the 2026 USA Basketball Men's Under 18 National Team after a competitive training camp in Colorado Springs. They are poised to represent the United States at the FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Mexico, where the U.S. will open against Argentina on June 1.
Adan Diggs and Demarcus Henry, top prospects in the 2027 class, have earned scholarship offers from the University of North Carolina as they vie for a place on the 12‑player roster that will compete in the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
A look at the transfer movements, new arrivals and the search for a center as BYU reshapes its squad.
Kansas rising stars Davion Adkins and Taylen Kinney are among the 19 finalists vying for a spot on the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s Under‑18 National Team, set to compete in Mexico.
Five‑star combo guard Adan Diggs has shifted from the 2028 to the 2027 class, climbing to the fourth spot nationally, while his stats and honors highlight a deep talent pool that also features prospects like AJ Dybantsa and Cooper Flagg.
Five‑star prospect Adan Diggs has moved from the 2028 to the 2027 recruiting class, instantly climbing to No. 4 overall and drawing attention from top programs.
The Cougars were eliminated in the first round of the 2026 March Madness, prompting coach Kevin Young to focus on recruiting to replace departing star AJ Dybantsa and bolster the roster for next season.
Brigham Young University reveals a wide range of season ticket prices, from $210 to $2,360, as the program leverages NIL deals and elite recruiting to fund its roster and compete in the Big 12.
St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.
The final Recruiting Services Consensus Index has been released, revealing where Indiana’s newest signees land and how the national rankings are built.
BYU basketball’s recent recruiting cycle has delivered a jolt of disappointment after the program fell just short of landing two coveted big men. Theo Edema, a 6‑11 four‑star prospect from the 2027 class, had narrowed his choices to a final four that included the Cougars, but ultimately committed to St. John’s and will reclassify to the 2026 tier. The loss follows another near‑miss with Obinna Ekezie, who elected to join Louisville, leaving BYU without a clear answer at center.
The final 2026 basketball recruiting rankings were released on Thursday, spotlighting a freshman‑heavy class and identifying Anthony Thompson as a player poised for immediate impact.
The latest rankings spotlight a blend of emerging stars, unprecedented monetary deals, and a narrowing gap between elite and lower‑tier prospects, setting the stage for a competitive season and a shifting NBA draft outlook.
The Cougars will host the Huskers at the Marriott Center on October 16 in a non‑record‑keeping game that promises early insight into both teams' new cores.
More than three dozen elite under‑18 players will train in Colorado Springs, showcasing a blend of high‑school stars and seasoned internationals ahead of the 2026 FIBA U‑18 AmeriCup.