2026 recruiting breakdown

[HooperScooper]

Not sure this adds anything to the conversation but here it is anyway.

5-star PG Dylan Mingo​

Dylan Mingo has official visits with Washington, Miami, UConn, Alabama, Penn State, and Baylor so far. There are conversations about programs like Oklahoma, Virginia, UNC, and some others in the mix as well. Some of the early buzz around Mingo’s recruitment involved Alabama and UConn. Both programs have received recent commitments from other guards, with more guards/wings set to come on visits. Mingo’s brother is a freshman at Penn State, and his former teammate, VJ Edgecome, went to Baylor. The word from sources around the recruitment is that the plan is to sign during the early period, but wait until close to signing day to announce. Continue to pay attention to any further visits he takes and if a commitment date starts to emerge.
Prediction: Baylor
Confidence Level: 20%
Biggest Threat: UConn, Alabama, Penn State, etc.

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[RuffRuff]

Not sure this adds anything to the conversation but here it is anyway.

5-star PG Dylan Mingo​

Dylan Mingo has official visits with Washington, Miami, UConn, Alabama, Penn State, and Baylor so far. There are conversations about programs like Oklahoma, Virginia, UNC, and some others in the mix as well. Some of the early buzz around Mingo’s recruitment involved Alabama and UConn. Both programs have received recent commitments from other guards, with more guards/wings set to come on visits. Mingo’s brother is a freshman at Penn State, and his former teammate, VJ Edgecome, went to Baylor. The word from sources around the recruitment is that the plan is to sign during the early period, but wait until close to signing day to announce. Continue to pay attention to any further visits he takes and if a commitment date starts to emerge.
Prediction: Baylor
Confidence Level: 20%
Biggest Threat: UConn, Alabama, Penn State, etc.

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[HW611]

The more I think about it the more this 26 class may be important to maintaining some sort of continuity.

The players we have in house outside of the Fab 5 as it stands are

County
Furphy
Mullins
Reibe

Mullins may be gone next year as well. We really need some scorers, high level forwards, and athleticism.

Hopefully we land Landrews. He’s big for the scoring piece of the puzzle. Would love to also land some athleticism at the wing spot and a 4.

The Ratliff twins have been mentioned and honestly, would love for the staff to zero in there. 6’11” with their skillset would be amazing at the 4 and also be able to handle the 5.

Not a lot of highlights available but here’s some short film

 

[HW611]

Was kind of shocked to see how little of the 50-100 wings were uncommitted. But this one caught my eye.

6’7 with a 6’10 wingspan and a good shooting stroke. His highlights showcase athleticism, a lot of defensive plays, and a knack for being a willing passer to go along with shooting. Wouldn’t mind taking him as a multi year development project. Have no idea how a Miami kid would feel about coming to CT though. We need to inject some necessary wing athleticism into these classes.

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The second highlight is older but for some reason he looks more developed in that one than in the first clip. He showcases his athleticism a lot more there too.

 

[auror]

The more I think about it the more this 26 class may be important to maintaining some sort of continuity.

The players we have in house outside of the Fab 5 as it stands are

County
Furphy
Mullins
Reibe

Mullins may be gone next year as well. We really need some scorers, high level forwards, and athleticism.

Hopefully we land Landrews. He’s big for the scoring piece of the puzzle. Would love to also land some athleticism at the wing spot and a 4.

It's pretty difficult to project 3 years out (the fabs + demary still have eligibility for the year after this). The thing to remember is that the staff often prioritizes transfers with multiple years of eligibility (Newton/Mahaney/Demary/Reed/Alleyne/etc.) I'd guess they will bring in another 1AD wing/guard to replace Landrew or Mingo and maybe another high end center freshman in the Reibe mold to back him up in 27 and start in 28. A 2 year transfer at the 4 next year and maybe a guard as well depending on how County looks next year as backup point.

 

[HW611]

It's pretty difficult to project 3 years out (the fabs + demary still have eligibility for the year after this). The thing to remember is that the staff often prioritizes transfers with multiple years of eligibility (Newton/Mahaney/Demary/Reed/Alleyne/etc.) I'd guess they will bring in another 1AD wing/guard to replace Landrew or Mingo and maybe another high end center freshman in the Reibe mold to back him up in 27 and start in 28. A 2 year transfer at the 4 next year and maybe a guard as well depending on how County looks next year as backup point.

Yeah I’m thinking about the 27-28 roster. If we lose out on Landrew it may be a sign that we should shoot a little lower rating wise if we aren’t going to play the bag game.

It’s just going to be so hard to convince a top 50 guy to take a pay cut to come here while also saying there’s a chance he may not play. But I’d be happy to have that recruitment and Mingo work out. Landrew especially would be a huge piece for multiple years.

There’s going to be a few centers with good frames in areas our staff does well in/close to home.





Here’s a floor spacer who is right up the road.

Nicolas Mitrovic, Cambridge Arts, Technology and Science , Center

These picks aren’t flashy. But with the budget we seemingly have in mind along with wanting continuity and not 1 and dones, they can be good fits. I trust our staffs ability to get the most out of centers too. Looking forward to seeing how Reibe comes out this year.

 

[HW611]

This kid is another 2027 originally from Mass.



He and Theo actually faced off here.



Found it hilarious he could do an in between the legs fadeaway jumper, but has no idea how to choke a basketball and keep it high after a rebound or how not to foul. Priorities lol

Kid reminds me of Amida Brimah all the way.

 

[HooperScooper]

Out with Samuels. Not surprising.

The 6-foot-5 forward hasn't officially cut his list but after visits to Alabama and Georgetown, the product of District Heights (Md.) Bishop McNamara said at the USA Basketball Fall Minicamp that the Tide and the Hoyas are the two that he'll likely focus on the most as he hones in on a decision.

USAB Fall Minicamp: Top-20 senior Qayden Samuels feeling two programs as he nears a decision

One of the most prolific scorers in the class of 2026 is nearing his college decision.

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[Son of Robert]

Too bad, he's really a very good player as we shall see.

 

[Mooch82]

Out with Samuels. Not surprising.

The 6-foot-5 forward hasn't officially cut his list but after visits to Alabama and Georgetown, the product of District Heights (Md.) Bishop McNamara said at the USA Basketball Fall Minicamp that the Tide and the Hoyas are the two that he'll likely focus on the most as he hones in on a decision.

USAB Fall Minicamp: Top-20 senior Qayden Samuels feeling two programs as he nears a decision

One of the most prolific scorers in the class of 2026 is nearing his college decision.

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Never seemed like a UConn fit. Was surprised he visited.

 

[RuffRuff]

Never seemed like a UConn fit. Was surprised he visited.

Wonder if he has word Landrew is taking his spot. Also not surprised. Leaves it to Landrew and Mingo, for now.

 

[ec33]

Wonder if he has word Landrew is taking his spot. Also not surprised. Leaves it to Landrew and Mingo, for now.

That's how I see it. Good news he had to move on.

 

[auror]

Read between the lines.

 

[Mister P]

On3/Rivals team recruiting ranking is up to #4 after Landrew’s commitment.
247 has us at #11

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[RuffRuff]

On3/Rivals team recruiting ranking is up to #4 after Landrew’s commitment.
247 has us at #11

2026 Industry Basketball Team Recruiting Rankings

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2026 Recruit Basketball Team Rankings

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247 does a cumulative ranking, which doesn't mean a ton. The top of their list is wild.

Lot's of variation on how County is rated. I personally like 247, so will run with theirs on him. I've seen him as low as 60. It'll be interesting to see how they move through their senior years, as I think there is a lot of opportunity for this class to move around.

 

[caw]

247 does a cumulative ranking, which doesn't mean a ton. The top of their list is wild.

Lot's of variation on how County is rated. I personally like 247, so will run with theirs on him. I've seen him as low as 60. It'll be interesting to see how they move through their senior years, as I think there is a lot of opportunity for this class to move around.

The problem with 247's cumulative ranking is that some of the websites used don't update often, so movers like County aren't properly ranked. Not sure if that is the case right now, but it can be throughout the year.

 

[HooperScooper]

Bryson Howard cancelled his visit, don't think we're recruiting him

Committed to Duke today FWIW. What's with the stupid "The Brotherhood" thing?

"I liked The Brotherhood," Howard said on his commitment to the Blue Devils. "I liked Jon Scheyer and Chris Carrawell and how they made me feel at home. The state of North Carolina is like my second home, so it would feel good to be back."

Five-star wing Bryson Howard commits to Duke, embraces The Brotherhood

The No. 12 overall recruit picks Duke over Kentucky and North Carolina.

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[RuffRuff]

Committed to Duke today FWIW. What's with the stupid "The Brotherhood" thing?

"I liked The Brotherhood," Howard said on his commitment to the Blue Devils. "I liked Jon Scheyer and Chris Carrawell and how they made me feel at home. The state of North Carolina is like my second home, so it would feel good to be back."

Five-star wing Bryson Howard commits to Duke, embraces The Brotherhood

The No. 12 overall recruit picks Duke over Kentucky and North Carolina.

247sports.com

Why not - Dukie hoops frat with lots of NBA players. We need a Wolfpack

 

[superjohn]

Committed to Duke today FWIW. What's with the stupid "The Brotherhood" thing?

"I liked The Brotherhood," Howard said on his commitment to the Blue Devils. "I liked Jon Scheyer and Chris Carrawell and how they made me feel at home. The state of North Carolina is like my second home, so it would feel good to be back."

Five-star wing Bryson Howard commits to Duke, embraces The Brotherhood

The No. 12 overall recruit picks Duke over Kentucky and North Carolina.

247sports.com

It's a pretty weird moniker they've chosen.

 

[HooperScooper]

It's a pretty weird moniker they've chosen.

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I guess it works though. But it does sound strange to me.

 

[BGesus4]

It's a pretty weird moniker they've chosen.

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Apt for Duke

 

[Lafayette]

Thanks for the post. Phenomenal legendary leapers. Another was David Thompson (43 " vertical) who led NC State to the National Championship in 1974. Pro career cut short by injuries. Jordan had him present him to the Hall of Fame because he was such an inspiration when he was young.

Michael Jordan ‘Shocked The Sh*t’ Out Of David Thompson When He Asked Him To Present Him Into Hall Of Fame: ‘When I Called Him And Asked Him To Stand Up For Me, I Know I Shocked The Sh*t Out Of Him’

In 2009, NBA legend Michael Jordan was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and gave one of the best speeches of all time. Jordan finished his NBA career with averages of 30.1 points, 6.2 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 1,072 games with the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards.

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Skywalker!