BY ZACH SMART Exploiting mismatches by taking smaller defenders to the rim, levitating and freeing up air space for his jumper, and playing instinctively on the defensive end, Class of 2026 PSA Cardinals forward Julius Avent was among the top performers during Peach Jam. Putting the ball on the deck comfortably at 6-foot-7, sticking the outside shot with consistency, and … [Read more...] about Class of 26 forward Julius Avent sets officials
St. John’s releases loaded non-conference schedule
St. John’s, the reigning Big East regular-season and tournament champion and the preseason No. 1 team in some national polls, unveiled its complete 11-game non-conference schedule for the 2025-26 campaign on Tuesday. The Johnnies out-of-conference slate features four games against teams that finished the 2024-25 season ranked in the final Associated Press Poll Top-25 in … [Read more...] about St. John’s releases loaded non-conference schedule
Three schools emerge with four-star guard Jermel Thomas closing in on decision
By SAM LANCE CARTERSVILLE, GA — Class of 2026 four-star guard Jermel Thomas will be making his decision “before September,” his father, Karriem Thomas, told ZAGSBLOG. Making my decision in 30 days pic.twitter.com/7ArF8OPCJd— Jermel Thomas (@TheRealMagicMel) July 22, 2025 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js The 6-foot-3 point guard out of Our Savior Lutheran (NY) … [Read more...] about Three schools emerge with four-star guard Jermel Thomas closing in on decision
Top-25 prospect Cole Cloer breaks down top eight, sets some more officials
By SAM LANCE NORTH AUGUSTA, SC — Class of 2026 four-star prospect Cole Cloer recently announced he’s down to eight schools. The 6-foot-8 wing from Hillsborough (NC) has been a key piece for Nike EYBL’s Team CP3 this summer and is one of the most college-ready wings in the country. Here’s how he broke down his top eight: Alabama: “Alabama’s been a top five team in the … [Read more...] about Top-25 prospect Cole Cloer breaks down top eight, sets some more officials
Four-star guard Miles Sadler makes return to the court, updates recruitment
By SAM LANCE NORTH AUGUSTA, SC — Class of 2026 four-star guard Miles Sadler has returned to the Arizona Unity from a knee injury for Session 4 and Peach Jam, and he’s made an impact in a big way. Since his return, Arizona Unity has gone 4-2 and are looking like one of the favorites to win the Peach Jam crown. In the six games, Sadler has averaged 14.3 points and 4.7 … [Read more...] about Four-star guard Miles Sadler makes return to the court, updates recruitment