After extensive evaluation of the 2031 basketball class over the past several years, we felt it was the appropriate time to introduce our inaugural 2031 Watch List. While our exposure to this class has grown significantly, we believe it is still premature to release formal rankings, as we have not yet seen the full scope of talent the class has to offer.
The Watch List was assembled with a clear and consistent standard. To be included, each prospect must have been observed and evaluated on multiple occasions. As a result, the list—currently consisting of nearly 50 players—reflects athletes we are confident in assessing based on firsthand, in-person evaluations. Each player featured is accompanied by a corresponding photograph, further underscoring that they have been thoroughly scouted.
As our coverage continues and we attend additional events, the 2031 Watch List will remain fluid. New names will be added as we gather more live evaluations and deepen our understanding of this emerging class. This ongoing process ensures the Watch List remains both credible and reflective of the evolving landscape of 2031 talent.
Last Updated: 1-21-2026
Watch List (no particular order)
| Name | Position | State |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Bell | C | TX |
| Amon Pickens | WF | MO |
| Jonathon “JJ” Moore | CG | OH |
| Archange Railey-Lemovou | PF | KS |
| Kameron Potts | PG | CA |
| Terry Holt III | PG | OH |
| Amos Littles | WF | IN |
| Zander Pughsley | PG | TN |
| Dupree Smith | PG | MN |
| Montez Spencer Jr. | PG | KY |
| Joshua Anthony | WF | KY |
| Kaeden Jones | PG | OH |
| Zach Randolph | WF | MI |
| Brayden Holland | WF | MI |
| Cades Corey-Jackson | PG | MO |
| Leo McQuire | CG | NY |
| Trustin Farmer | PG | MI |
| Landon Miller | CG | OH |
| William Paige | PG | NY |
| Derious Johnson | PG | WV |
| David Ice | PF | IN |
| Landon Jones | C | IN |
| Trice Carter | PG | OH |
| Reshaud Smith | WF | OH |
| Anthony Burns Jr. | PG | OH |
| Kael Stock | PG | FL |
| Carmelo Almodova | WF | NY |
| William Mason | C | MO |
| Tyrone Lindsey | C | OH |
| Adrin Gordon | WF | VA |
| Bryce Stevens | SG | OH |
| Cruz Webb | PG | VA |
| Cameron Stone | PG | IN |
| Honor Tyler | PG | CA |
| Myles Curry | WF | TN |
| Ramon Mason | PG | MO |
| Adam Lawrence | SG | NY |
| Caleb Stout | SG | KY |
| Rocket Williams | PG | MI |
| Reggie Harwell | PG | OH |
| Jace Rivers | PG | NV |
| Gerald Warrick IV | PG | PA |
| TJ Cooper | CG | OH |
| Rush Anstine | SG | OH |
| King Lancaster | PG | OH |
| Derrick Perryman | SG | OH |
| Rodney Yeargin | CG | MI |
Player Pictures
Christian Bell
Amon Pickens
Jonathon “JJ” Moore
Archange Railey-Lomovou
Zach Randolph
Terry Holt III
Amos Littles
Zander Pughsley
Dupree Smith
Kameron Potts
Cades Cody Jackson
William Paige
Kaeden Jones
Joshua Anthony
AJ Davenport
Brayden Holland
Landon Miller
Josiah Belfor
Trustin Farmer
Leo McQuire
Trice Carter
Landon Jones
Derious Johnson
David Ice
Carmelo Almodovar
Kael Stock
Anthony Burns Jr.
Cruz Webb
Maikial Reed
Kairo Seals
Cameron Stone
Adam Lawrence
Malachi Bennett
Bryce Stevens
William Mason
Rashan Smith
Rodney Yeargin
Reggie Harwell
Caleb Stout
Rush Anstine
Ramon Mason
Lawrence Griffin
Jace Rivers
Gerald Warrick IV
Derrick Perryman
