The 2026 boys McDonald’s All-American Game features a class of players noted for their two-way potential.
Unlike previous classes, this group does not widely feature prospects preordained as future No. 1 overall NBA draft picks.
The event provides an opportunity for players to demonstrate their abilities.
Team Commitments
Duke and Arkansas are scheduled to have multiple McDonald's All-Americans joining their programs. Missouri has secured two commits, Jason Crowe and Toni Bryant.
USC leads with three All-Americans: Adonis and Darius Ratliff, sons of former NBA player Theo Ratliff.
Player Profiles
Tyran Stokes
Ranked as the No. 1 player in the class for multiple years, Tyran Stokes is a 6'7, 245-pound wing with a powerful frame. He is noted for speed, leaping ability, and passing vision, and is effective driving to the basket. Stokes also shows potential as a defensive player and rebounder. His jump shot consistency is an area for development. Stokes has not yet made his college decision, with Kansas, Kentucky, and Oregon as options.
Anthony Thompson
An Ohio State commit, Anthony Thompson is described as a prominent off-ball scorer in the class. Thompson, at 6'8 with a reported 7'4 wingspan, is a left-handed shooter with deep range. He is recognized for his length and defensive playmaking, including quick hands for steals and blocks. His creation ability off the dribble is an area for development.
Jordan Smith
An Arkansas commit, Jordan Smith is a 6'2 guard with a reported 6'8+ wingspan. He is characterized by his physicality, competitiveness, and high motor, particularly in defensive playmaking. He excels at scoring in transition and driving to the paint. His jump shot is an area for development.
Caleb Holt
An Arizona commit, Caleb Holt is a 6'5 guard with a 6'9 wingspan. He is recognized for his defensive ability and developing scoring, including step-back threes and drives. He is identified as needing growth in pick-and-roll ball handling and decision-making.
Bruce Branch
A BYU commit who reclassified a year early, Bruce Branch is a 6'7 wing with a reported 7'1 wingspan, demonstrating potential as a 3-and-D player. He is effective at disrupting passing lanes for transition opportunities and possesses a catch-and-shoot jumper. His game currently shows limited offensive creation from the dribble.
Cam Williams
A Duke commit, Cam Williams is a 6'11 player with developing guard skills. He exhibits shooting ability for his size, including off-screen jumpers and occasional threes off the dribble. He also demonstrates potential as a shot-blocker and on grab-and-go rebounds. His physicality in interior play and fluidity in face-up attacks are areas for development.
Other Standout McDonald’s All-Americans
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Brandon McCoy: Uncommitted, a 6'5 off-ball guard or wing with a 6'10 wingspan. He plays with force defensively and offensively, utilizing his physicality. His three-point stroke and free throw shooting are noted areas for development.
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Arafan Diane: A Houston commit, he is a 7'1, 300-pound center with soft hands. Improved conditioning is noted as an area for development.
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Taylen Kinney: A Kansas commit, Kinney is a 6'1 guard known for shiftiness, floater ability, and live-dribble playmaking. He plays aggressively on defense, particularly in ball screen coverage, and uses quick hands.
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JJ Andrews: An Arkansas commit and son of former NFL player Shawn Andrews. He is a 6'7 wing with a strong frame and scoring ability through straight-line drives. He also has a developing mid-range pull-up and spot-up three-point shot.
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Christian Collins: A USC commit, Collins is an athletic 6'8 wing. His skill level and feel for the game are noted areas for development.
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Jaxon Richardson: An Alabama commit and son of former NBA player Jason Richardson. He is a 6'6 wing known for his leaping ability and defensive playmaking.
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, March 31
- Location: Glendale, Arizona
- Girls’ Game: 7 p.m. ET on ESPN
- Boys’ Game: 9 p.m. ET on ESPN