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USA Today
3 days ago
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- USA Today
Auburn basketball 2026 targets Caleb Holt and Anthony Thompson in ESPN top 25 ranking
There is a time for Auburn basketball that it was a dream to have a top 25 prospect want to come to their school. Now it is the expectation. A decade into his tenure as Auburn head coach, it is still astonishing at what Bruce Pearl has turned the basketball program into. Two players the Tigers are interested in adding to the program in 2026 are five-star Caleb Holt and Anthony Thompson. Recently, Paul Biancardi of ESPN ranked the top 25 high school basketball players. His ranking is not just limited to the 2026 recruiting class but all of high school basketball. Holt is the highest-ranking Auburn target on the list. The small forward is ranked No. 6. According to Biancardi, Holt uses speed and quickness on both sides of the court. He is a more skilled defensive player but is improving on offense. Holt is rated as the top player in Florida and the No. 6 player nationally according to 247Sports. Thompson, another small forward, comes in at No. 17 in the ranking. ESPN projects him at No. 13 in their 2026 ESPN 100 ranking. Thompson is ranked at No. 10 by 247Sports and the No. 1 player in Ohio. His height is 6-8 but his wingspan is much longer. With his shooting ability from the three-point line he could draw comparisons to Jabari Smith. Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and can also follow Phillip on Twitter @PJordanSports
Yahoo
06-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Florida Trending for No. 22 College Basketball Recruit
Florida Trending for No. 22 College Basketball Recruit originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Florida Gators are coming off one of their most successful seasons in program history, leading to their third national championship. However, head coach Todd Golden is not taking his foot off the gas. Advertisement With a reloaded roster for the 2025-26 season already in place, Golden and the Gators are looking to add even more for the future. This could begin with a top-30 recruit in the country for the 2026 class. Cole Cloer, the No. 22 overall player, No. 9 small forward and highest-rated recruit in North Carolina, per the 2026 ESPN 100, announced through Rivals' Joe Tipton on Thursday that Florida is in his final eight schools. Outside of UF in his top eight, Cloer named blue-blood programs like North Carolina and UConn, and Florida's SEC rival, Alabama. The Greensboro, North Carolina, native has averaged 20.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, over one steal and one block per game in 81 appearances through his first three years at Caldwell Academy. Cloer shot 51% from the field and 41% from 3-point range in his junior year last season. Advertisement 'I mean, they're the defending national champions," Cloer said of the Gators in an interview with On3's Jamie Shaw. "They were the best team in the country. I love Coach Golden. He is a great coach, a young coach, a player's coach. It's also an NBA play style; they put out pros. I feel like coach trusts his guys, which says a lot. Also, with the way they respect him.' Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden after winning the national Deutsch-Imagn Images It is obvious from his comments that Cloer is very high on the Gators, who officially offered the forward on June 11. The four-star wing is scheduled to take an official visit to Gainesville on Sept. 6. While Florida doesn't have any commits for the 2026 class yet, and Cloer is unlikely to pledge anytime soon, it will be interesting to see where the highly rated recruit ends up. Advertisement Related: Florida Projected to have Second Straight Big NBA Draft in 2026 This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
27-05-2025
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- USA Today
Where Florida ranks in ESPN's final 2025 men's NCAA basketball recruiting class rankings
The final commitments for the 2025 men's college basketball recruiting class are now officially signed, which allows those who have been tracking the progress of high school hoops stars to the collegiate level to finalize their rankings. Among those who recently put the final touches on their opinions of the current cycle is ESPN's basketball recruiting insider Jeff Borzello, who published his final 2025 men's NCAA basketball recruiting class rankings on Memorial Day. Among those listed were the Florida Gators, who came in at No. 22 after falling four spots from the previous update. "The Gators have two ESPN 100 prospects, both from the state of Florida. Ingram is an incredibly intriguing player. He's the son of former NFL tight end Cornelius Ingram and made waves on the Nike EYBL circuit with his explosiveness and highlight-reel ability in transition," Borzello offers. "Alexander Lloyd (No. 36) isn't far behind Ingram in the rankings; Lloyd can play either guard position and score in a variety of ways." ESPN's final 2025 recruiting rankings top 25 Duke Blue Devils (—) Houston Cougars (—) Arkansas Razorbacks (—) Arizona Wildcats (NR) UConn Huskies (—) Kentucky Wildcats (-2) Tennessee Volunteers (NR) North Carolina Tar Heels (—) Notre Dame Fighting Irish (—) SMU Mustangs (-4) Auburn Tigers (-1) Mississippi State Bulldogs (-1) BYU Cougars (-6) Syracuse Orange (-2) Ole Miss Rebels (NR) Marquette Golden Eagles (-3) Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (-3) Kansas Jayhawks (-3) Alabama Crimson Tide (-2) USC Trojans (+4) Michigan Wolverines (+2) Florida Gators (-4) Miami Hurricanes (NR) Washington Huskies (-8) Butler Bulldogs (-3) Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
Newsweek
30-04-2025
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- Newsweek
Alijah Arenas Released From Hospital Following Horrific Car Accident
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Alijah Arenas, son of former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, is making encouraging strides in his recovery following a frightening car accident that left him in a coma. He has been released from the hospital and is now awake, talking, and able to walk again—a positive update after a deeply concerning situation. ESPN's Shams Charania shared the news via X on Wednesday. Here's the statement from the family. Five-star USC commit Alijah Arenas has been released from the hospital one week after his serious car crash in the Los Angeles area. Statement from the family: — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) April 30, 2025 "We are grateful to share that Alijah Arenas has been released from the hospital and is now resting comfortably under close watch. All his journey to full recovery is just beginning, his spirit remains strong, and he is surrounded by love and support. "The Govan and Arenas family are preparing for the road ahead with faith and determination, committed to nurturing Alijah back to 100%. He remains blessed, resilient, and in high spirits. "The family continues to ask for privacy during this time as they focus fully on Alijah's healing and well-being. "We thank everyone for the continued prayers, encouragement, and outpouring support." LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 04: USC chairs line the side of the court before the game between the USC Trojans and the Oregon Ducks at Galen Center on December 04, 2024 in Los Angeles,... LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 04: USC chairs line the side of the court before the game between the USC Trojans and the Oregon Ducks at Galen Center on December 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. ( More Photo byThe 18-year-old five-star recruit was driving back from the gym last Thursday in his Tesla Cybertruck before he "lost control." He was driving in Reseda, a town in Los Angeles County in the San Fernando Valley area. After the accident occurred, he was transported to a hospital and put into an induced coma due to his inhalation of smoke. Arenas was taken out of the coma a few days later, and it was revealed that he did not suffer any "major injuries." His father, Gilbert, shared the news on his podcast "No Chill with Gilbert Arenas." Aliaja had recently committed to USC. He was the No. 13-ranked recruit in his class of 2025 after reclassifying in December 2024 and committed to the Trojans in January 2025. The five-star prospect attended Chatsworth High School in L.A. and led his team to the final of the Division II championships. The senior stands at 6-foot-6 and weighs 197 pounds according to ESPN 100. Arenas was also recruited by Kansas, Kentucky, Louisville, and his father's alma mater, Arizona. More Alijah Arenas news: 5-Star USC Commit Alijah Arenas In Coma After Serious Car Accident USC Star Alijah Arenas Receives Massive Injury Update Following Scary Car Accident More NBA news: Lakers' Luka Doncic Shredded Over Major Postseason Struggle Shaquille O'Neal is Returning to Basketball in Surprising Role Kobe and Gianna Bryant Mural in Los Angeles Vandalized in Random Act Kings Sign Doug Christie to Multi-Year Deal as New Head Coach For more NBA news and rumors, stay tuned to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Former Vanderbilt basketball player Isaiah West transfers to Belmont
Isaiah West, who played for Vanderbilt basketball and Samford, has signed with Belmont. West, a Springfield native, played in high school at Goodpasture Christian for coach Adam Sonn, a Belmont Hall of Fame basketball player. Advertisement 'We're excited to bring Isaiah home to Nashville to play for Belmont,' Belmont coach Casey Alexander said in a release. 'We recruited Isaiah in high school − and following his freshman college season − but the timing wasn't right for the transfer at the time. Isaiah brings us toughness and athleticism that will help us on both ends of the floor, giving us a lot of versatility at the guard spot.' West is a 6-foot-2, guard who played in 31 games with 14 starts this past season for Samford. He averaged 2.5 points per game and had 36 totals steals. At Vanderbilt West played in 25 games with nine starts. He scored a career-high 12 points against Missouri. West was a 4-star prospect and ESPN 100 recruit. He helped lead Goodpasture to two state championships. The Cougars posted a 32-2 record in West's senior season. Former Vanderbilt basketball player Isaiah West from Springfield has signed to play at Belmont. West joins Eastern Washington transfer Nic McClain and Jack Smiley from La Lumiere School in La Porte, Indiana, in Belmont's incoming class. Reach Mike Organ at 615-259-8021 or on X @MikeOrganWriter. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Belmont basketball adds Isaiah West, former Vanderbilt player
