No. 1 College Basketball Recruit Makes Decision Before Senior Season
As temperatures rise across the country, so does the intensity in basketball gyms. The summer basketball circuit is ramping up, bringing together many of the nation's best high school players for a stretch of high-stakes competition.
One of the biggest names to watch is Tyran Stokes, the top-ranked player in the class of 2026. Stokes, who plays for Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, California, has become a priority target for nearly every major college basketball program in the country. With dozens of coaches eyeing him, the summer circuit will be an important showcase for the 17-year-old phenom.
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The Bleacher Report basketball social media team recently shared a post highlighting Stokes' return to the court.
"No. 1 ranked prospect Tyran Stokes is returning to AAU basketball."
Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Stokes has lived in several cities, including San Diego and Atlanta. He now resides in Napa, California. During his eighth-grade season, he played in the prestigious Nike Peach Jam on an under-16 team, showcasing his talent against older competition.
Before his freshman year of high school, Stokes enrolled at Prolific Prep, a program known for developing elite prospects. In his second season there, he was joined by fellow star AJ Dybantsa, who reclassified to the class of 2025 and will attend Brigham Young University this fall. There had been speculation that Stokes might also reclassify, but that no longer seems likely.
Notre Dame High School (CA) forward Tyran Stokes (4). Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
After leaving Prolific Prep, Stokes transferred to Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks. There, he dominated opponents, averaging 21 points, 9.3 rebounds and 4 assists per game.
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Stokes is widely regarded as one of the most versatile players in the nation. Top programs like Kansas, Louisville, and Kentucky have shown strong interest in his recruitment. He visited Kansas back in April and had a trip to Kentucky on the schedule, though he ultimately canceled the visit to Lexington.
As the summer progresses, all eyes will be on Tyran Stokes as he continues to rise through the ranks and shape the future of college basketball.
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