Arizona 2026 Players to Watch — Scouting Report

Phoenix, AZ — Arizona’s Class of 2026 continues to separate itself with elite guard play, physical interior presence, high-level competitiveness, and game maturity well beyond their years. These prospects consistently impacted winning, performed under pressure, and showcased attributes that translate to higher levels of basketball.

Elite Impact Players

Logan Pepper – United Skills Academy | Center | State MVP
Dominant interior anchor with advanced footwork, strong frame, and reliable touch around the rim. Controls rebounding areas, alters shots defensively, and dictates paint presence on both ends.

Xavier Gilkey – United Skills Academy | Guard | Championship MVP
High-motor guard with competitive edge and closing ability. Creates separation, scores efficiently in big moments, and consistently elevates team performance when it matters.

Brandon Bay – Valley Hoops | Guard
Primary scoring threat with three-level scoring capability. Plays with confidence, pace, and offensive aggression, constantly pressuring defenses.

Myron McGruder Jr. – Madison #1 | Guard
Two-way guard who impacts games with effort, defensive discipline, and downhill attacking ability. Wins possession battles and sets a physical tone.

Nathan Rojvanit – AZ Unity | Big Guard
Strong, versatile guard with size and strength. Initiates offense, finishes through contact, and defends multiple positions effectively.

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First Team Core Playmakers

Myles Carter – United Skills Academy | Guard
High-IQ decision maker. Controls tempo, reads game situations, and executes in winning moments.

Hakeem Earl – Humble Savage | Big Guard
Physically imposing perimeter threat. Attacks downhill with power, creates mismatches, and finishes plays.

Cash Luster – Valley Hoops | Center
Reliable interior presence with rebounding, rim protection, and efficient finishing. Controls space and impacts the paint. Elevated skill-set, can shoot the 3! 

Luis Hernandez – Madison #1 | Guard
High-energy competitor with toughness and leadership traits. Makes important plays in critical stretches.

Dominic Espitia II – AZ Flight | Guard
Skilled guard with confidence and scoring instinct. Creates offense and produces when opportunities arise.

Second Team Standouts

Adam Myhre – United Skills Academy | Guard
Composed floor leader who manages pace and makes sound decisions.

Cooper Randleman – Valley Hoops | Guard
Dependable perimeter shooter who competes consistently.

Jalen Austin – AZ Unity | Guard
Physical slasher with playmaking upside and defensive potential.

Noah Aguila – AZ Unity | Guard
Steady ball handler with scoring touch and vision.

Isiah Moody – Humble Savage | Guard
Strong attacking guard with fearless mentality.

Denzel Akah – AZ Flight | Guard
High-energy backcourt player with transition upside.

Jaxson Johnson – AZ Unity | Guard
Smooth perimeter guard with shooting and composure.

Eli Brown – AZ Unity | Guard
Two-way competitor who contributes across categories.

Daniel Martin – Humble Savage | Guard
Reliable guard presence with toughness and confidence.

Carter Campagna – United Skills Academy | Guard
Smart system guard who plays within structure and impacts winning.

Garvit Mittal – BASIS | Guard
High-IQ shooter with awareness and positioning instincts.

Honorable Mention — Rising Prospects

Christian Lottich (Valley Hoops), Odell Young III (United Skills Academy), Caleb Gosselin (Valley Rising), Jay Mody (BASIS), Sawyer Spalding (Valley Rising), Daniel Small (BASIS), Yatharth Dwivedi (BASIS)

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