The 2021 class has been a very intriguing and deep class from the onset. Loaded with perimeter talent, it will be a race to the end to see where players actually end up signing in early November (2020) or Late Spring (2021). There are about 15 legitimate D1 prospects in the class, now will they all play or get D1 offers? Only time will tell. However, it can comfortably be stated that the state of Oklahoma will have multiple prospects with High to Low D1 offers and that is viewed as successful for that state of Oklahoma. Any prospects on this initial list will have the opportunity to play collegiate basketball and that also means you are a part of a strong class. Prospects, there are several different rankings in the state of Oklahoma and each sees prospect through their own lens and some don’t see them at all. Nevertheless, despite what each reporting media thinks, just keep working and show why you should be offered a scholarship to college coaches. Always play with purpose and more importantly keep your academics right and be a qualifier.

In addition, six of the top seven prospects in our rankings have won a state championship by there sophomore year. A great indicator of not only being talented but understanding how to allow your natural talent to be apart of a winning culture. In the end, most times talent prevails in recruiting, but winning and playing within systems helps.  

1. Trey Alexander 6’4 - CG  - Heritage Hall

Alexander has good size for a guard, with his long wiry arms and seeing plays emerge before they occur keeps him at the top of the class. Alexander has the ability to score at all three levels, facilitates and provides sound leadership. Alexander does not take plays off when he is on the floor, his ability to lead by example and be a proven winner keeps him in the national conversation.  Alexander could improve his recruiting through his lateral quickness and quicker shot release at a higher point. Also being more efficient on the offensive end, Look for Alexander hopes to continue to emerge in the national conversation with his hard work and determination, which should add another star next to his name to move in the top 25 in the country and a potential Team USA invite and Mcdonalds ALL American selection.

2. Jaxon Robinson 6’5 – SF - Ada  

Robinson the Texas A&M commit has emerged as a top 50 national recruit and one of the finest shooters in the country, The snipper had a breakout season last spring and he has not looked back, His ability to shoot the long ball has put him in the national conversation among the elite. Jaxson's smooth approach to the game and long wiry frame is eye candy to D1 coaches.  Robinson's biggest improvement will come through getting stronger and being more comfortable handling the ball against elite athletes. Look for Robinson to continue his assault on the national circuit that is worthy of a five-star rating during this last year and making a run at a Mcdonalds All American bid.

3. Bjorn Cortez 6’2 – PG - Kingfisher  

Cortez the OU Sooner commit has good length, very bouncy,  and long arms at the PG position. He is also a strong floor general which makes him a tough handle on the court. Cortez is savvy with the basketball and competes, along with being a proven winner.  Cortez's long ball will need to improve and just simply become a better basketball player when the ball is not in his hands, also some added strength to his frame. These traits and skills have contributed to Cortez's early D1 offers and commitment. Cortez will look to continue the progress he made during the year and try to help Kingfisher to e second state championship in Class 4A.

4.Tyler Pinder 6’2 – PG – Broken Arrow

Pinder one of the most intriguing prospects in this class is a mystery to many because of his unconventional approach during his scholastic career. But once he steps on the court, there is no doubt he belongs in the top in the class, he has good vision, a great floor general, probably the most prolific shooter, along with a strong handle, and very quick. He is a proven winner, and leadership is second to none on and off the floor.  A mature lead guard has the ability to read the game like a coach, understands defensively what teams are doing and cerebrally among the top of this class. Pinder has competed against the nation’s best and won regional and state championship (TCAL) at the 6A level. Pinder's biggest area of improvement will be in his vertical explosion and finishing around the basket. Pinder international experience in the FIBA championships in Puerto Rico last summer where he was a vital part of the Bahamas Jr National team qualifying for the Tournament of Americas in 2020 will contribute to overall recruiting. Pinder will look to secure more D1 offers and interests during this summer and his senior year to help the tigers to a 6A state championship.

5. Matthew Stone 6’4 – SG – Kingfisher

Stone plays with a lot of energy, demonstrates his ability to be a sharpshooter a slasher and his a proving winner securing a high school state championship. Stone has improved his athleticism, which has allowed him to finish over the top of opposing front line players.  Stone flexibility versatility as a perimeter should a player improve and his ability to defend the position against elite wings. Stone has a chance to move up in this class if he continues to show more athleticism and mobility in movement on the perimeter. Stone also has secured multiple D1 offers and looks to add to it during this summer and senior year of high school.

6. Christian Prayer 6’8 – PF – RLTC Prep

Prayer is an international student-Athlete that is physically imposing and the top athlete in the class. Prayer like Pinder has also taken the unconventional route for their scholastic career by Oklahoma standards and is under the Radar. However, Prayer is an imposing figure around the basket; he finishes most plays with authority and now improving as a straight driver to add to his skill set. An elite rebounder, rim runner, and rim protector (Three R’s for front line players{can also run}), Prayer is also developing a nice touch away from the basket.  Also, He was also a vital part of the Lions TCAL championship in class 6A during 2019. Prayer needs to show more consistency on his perimeter shot and feel of the game. He will be intriguing to D1 coaches and add to his interest and offer list. Prayer has the athletic Powless to be the number 1 player in the class.

7. Devon Barnes 6’0 – PG – Lawton Christian

Barnes is a dynamic and crafty guard who loves to put pressure on the defense. His ability to get in the lane and create opportunities for team members are as good as any in the state regardless of class. Barnes's strong pitbull frame brings his east coast style of guard play to the state of Oklahoma that gives many opposing defenses problems. Barnes mid-range is also lethal and he can knock down the long ball at an effective rate. His toughness and energy, along with his leadership contributes to his overall mystique as a prospect. Barnes will look to continue to ake his case and secure a scholarship during the summer and his senior campaign and win Lawton Christian third straight Heartland conference state championship.

8. Anthony Pritchard – 6’0 – PG – Tulsa Webster

Pritchard has emerged as a sound point guard who can be an effective facilitator with good talent around him. Pritchard has the ability to fill it up from a long-range and he is also a dynamic scorer. His athleticism has definitely improved significantly, which has helped with his crafty finish around the basket. His work ethic is as good as any. As Pritchard improves his lateral quickness and shows the ability to create space from athletic defenders and have an alpha mentality in that competitive environment could definitely help in his recruiting and offers this summer.

9. Tobias Roland 6’3 – SF – PC North

Roland has taken quantum leaps in his game over the last year. He is just playing good basketball despite his position on the floor. His strong frame and a high-level explosion will keep him in the D1 coaches recruiting board. Roland is shown the ability to knock down the open shots, be a tough straight-line driver and post up smaller defenders. He has added the mid-range shot to his game, which will add to his recruiting. Roland needs to be more comfortable as a playmaker and be more fluent as a perimeter prospect. Roland will look to add to his list of D1 offers during this summer and senior year of high school.

10. Keyondre Young 6’7 – SF – Del City

Young is another intriguing prospect; he has the size, skillset, and ability to an elite snipper. Young shows a lot of promise over time, but disappears in various situations when he is not making shots or getting touches. Young has the ability to be a top-five prospect because of his length and the ability to play multiple positions on the court. For young, the area of improvement is his motor and strength, then his recruiting should improve tremendously. Young is due for a breakout in July, he just needs to show more grid and passion when he is in that square. This prospect has an opportunity to be a national 3 and D prospect, much like Jaxson in this class.

11. Sean Pedulla  6’0 – PG – Edmond Memorial

Pedulla has a good feel for the game; he has a high IQ and can knock down the three-ball at a high percentage rate. Pedulla is a competitor and leaves it on the floor. Despite not being as athletic as many of the other perimeter prospects in the class, he knows how to in and be a good team player. Pedulla is a winner and continues to lead his teas during the school and summer season to be among the best. His athleticism has also improved over the year, which helps him to finish and be more crafty around the basket. Pedulla will look to add to his DI offers this summer and senior year. 

12. Delante Shannon – 6’3 – SG – Edmond North

Shannon is a high wire act full of energy and dynamics. Shannon is viewed more as an athlete, than a high skill student-athlete. This should be great news for him because the ceiling is high for him and he has a lot of opportunities to grow and move up in the class. Once you see Shannon play, you love his passion and ability to compete on the basketball court.  Shannon's area of improvement should come with being a consistent shooter off the dribble, decision making with the ball and fluidity. He can also become more of a playmaker and spot-up shooter will definitely help his recruiting. Shannon will look to have a strong suer and start locking up collegiate offers and more interest.

13. DJ Freeman 6’6 – SF - Cassidy

Freeman has emerged as a D1 prospect over the summer. Freeman has shown the ability to put the ball on the floor comfortably, make perimeter shots and create shots off the dribble. These attributes along with his size have contributed to D1 offer and being a legitimate D1 prospect.  Freeman's growth will come by playing in a system that allows him to improve his perimeter skills while getting a better feel of the game. He can also improve his shooting with a quicker release and consistency. Freeman will look to continue and add to his D1 offers and interest list during this summer and senior year.

14. Marlo Fox – 6’1 – PG – Sand Springs

Marlo has had a break out high school season with the Sandites, Coach Savage allowed Fox to play and gain confidence that he can compete and lead a team to win at the state level. Marlo has been sensational this year, scoring on all three levels while willing his team to win. Marlo's confidence was the biggest growth to his game, he does not overwhelm his opponents with athleticism or ane physical prowess, it's his skill. His nice floater, deceptive finishes, yes and with space, he will knock down the three-ball. This prospect's hard work of the court was reflected on the court. Marlo will look to gain some interest and potential offers during the summer and high school season. 

15. Jeff Nwamkwo – 6’5 – PF – PC North

Jeff is a good looking athlete who gets off the floor pretty well, he is dynamic in the open floor and has the ability to be a strong prospect who can play on both sides of the ball. His motor is pretty good and has really good basketball instincts, with more time on the court as a wing to improve his perimeter skill could truly emerge as a no brainer D1 prospect. Jeff will look to gain more interest and offers this spring and his senor year of high school.

16. Jay White – 6’2 – PG – Norman North

White has a strong frame which is most notable; he enjoys the grind of the game when playing downhill. White is working his way in to become a lead guard at an elite level but has the tools to get there over time. White will have to work on his lateral quickness and finish over bigger front line players and improve cerebrally as the floor general. White will look to improve his interest and offers during the summer and high school. 

17. Xavier Glen – 6’3 – SG – Bixby

Xavier is a nice looking skilled athlete, he is smooth and a tough-minded competitor. He can really finish with his strong frame and has a smooth mid-range game. He can also shoot the three-ball with space and some of the dribble. This prospect has been under the radar because he is not on what we consider a high profile state program and a high school team that has gone through many changes during his time on campus. But make no mistake, this kid can play with the best of them. Given a different situation, he could easily be a top 5- 10 prospect in this talented class. Xavier will look to gain more interest and potential offers during this summer and senior year in high school.

18. JL Talley– 6’4 – SF – Broken Arrow

JL has had a strong year for the BA Tigers in the late push to qualify for the Class 6A state tournament, a bouncy athlete with a nice mid-range and plays a tough brand of basketball. Talley is a tough finisher around the basket and rebounder. Talley runs the floor like a gazelle and one of the best finishes in the class in transition. Talley will look to gain some interest during the summer and high school. 

19. Jackson Skipper – 6’6 – SF – Sapulpa

Skipper has really grown his game over the past year, he is long and wiry and shown the ability to be an effective perimeter threat.  Skipper is long and fits into the mole of the position less player on the court. Skipper is still growing and once he matures into his body, he will become a much more dynamic prospect on both ends of the floor. Skipper hopes to secure more college interest and offers during the summer and senior year in high school.

20. Makale Smith – 6’1 – CG – Midwest City

Smith is a slasher when he is at his best, he is crafty around the basket when finishing. He loves playing downhill, drawing contact and sacrificing his body. Smith is also a tough nose defender and plays tough at times, just needs to show a higher motor and he will find a home collegiately when it’s all said and done.

21. Kendal Daniels – 6’4 – SF – Beggs

Daniels despite being one of the top 2 football recruits in the state he is a really good basketball player. Daniels is a typical slasher and very athletic with a good basketball IQ. Physically he can score around the basket, good mid-range game and excellent in transition. Defensively he is tough as nails and a great teammate. Its no secret that Daniels will be playing his collegiate ball on the gridiron, but it's nice to see him on the hardwood just one more high school season.

22. Josh Nwamkwo – 6’5 – SF – PC North

Josh is the other twin, but their games differ. Josh is more perimeter-oriented and knock down the long ball. It could be viewed as more of your 3 and D prospects. Josh can certainly help his recruiting by showing more energy and being tougher on the defensive side of the ball. I would love to see him develop a mid-range game with his length on the wing. This summer and spring will be an important one for josh to help in his recruiting.

23. Colby Omyekuru – 6’5 – SF – Edmond Sante Fe

Omyekuru is a good looking athlete that has good bounce, size, and motor for a wing. He is a good defensively, which gives him an opportunity to help in his recruiting. His offense is catching up, but he finishes well in transition. Omyekuru looks to have a strong finish during the summer and his senior year in high school.

24. Anthony Turner – 6’3 – SG – Classen SAS

Turner is a high energy prospect with good athleticism, he just gets the job done. Turner plays both ends of the floor with the same energy, which is an attribute to his motor. Turner's opportunity to grow and help his recruiting will come through his ability to make shots from the perimeter at a consistent rate.

25. William Mcguire - 6'2 - CG - East Central

Mcguire is a do it all combo guard who just loves to play. Armed with sound athleticism he is a walking bucket and uses his wiry frame and athleticism to find angles and score. Mcguire carries much of the scoring load for the Cardinals, which has allowed him to mature as a leader. Mcguire needs to work on the development of his shot, which will help in his overall recruiting on the basketball court. It should be noted that Mcguire is also a pretty good football player, therefore it will be interesting to see where he lands.

26. James Locke – 6’3 – SG – Carl Albert

Locke is a knockdown shooter, one of the fines in the class. He has a good size that translates into being a college prospect. Locke is a tough-minded defender and plays with a blue-collar mentality. He can improve his recruiting by developing his mid-range game and improving his handle with the ball. 

27. AJ Reed – 6’1 – PG – PC Tulsa Union

Reed is an athletic fundamental guard who plays the game the right way. He can score the ball on all three levels comfortably, but the strength of his game is playing downhill. Reed Is deceptively quick and solid on the defensive side of the ball. Look for Reed to have a strong summer and the lead guard next year for Tulsa Union as he has waited his time to be the featured act. 

28. Princeton Johnson – 6'2 – CG – Cassidy

Johnson is a good looking guard who can fill it up and demonstrate some good athleticism. He has good size at the position, plays under good control and shows a nice feel for the game. Johnson could improve his recruiting by being a better playmaker and tightening up his handle on the ball. Overall Johnson has a nice set of skills to work with, so this summer and senior of high school will be good to improve his recruiting.

29. Trenton Ellison – 6’2 – SG – Owasso

Ellison is a smooth guard who can fill it up from long range. He has a strong frame that allows him for physical play. He also has a nice looking floater as a counter move to his long ball. Ellison was an instrumental piece of the Rams 6A run to state playoffs. He has shown growth in his leadership. Ellison could use some development in his ball-handling and versatility to get separation from defenders. 

30. Sean Franklin – 6’4 – SG – Choctaw

Franklin is a good looking wing who can stroke it from long-range. Franklin can be considered a bucket getter, he does not see too many shots he does not like. Every team needs a guy like that. He is also a tough competitor on both ends of the floor and plays with good energy. 

31. Jalen Tucker – 6’5 – PF – Tulsa Memorial

One of the most physically imposing prospects in the class with elite athleticism. Tucker plays with a relentless abandon and does not take plays off. He is an elite rebounder, good rim protector, who also runs the floor well and a strong finisher. Tucker needs to develop a consistent mid-range shot to help improve his recruitment as a prospect. 

32. Marquez Cyrus – 6’2 – PG – Northwest Classen 

Cyrus is a fundamental guard who plays the game at a good pace, long wingspan and good feel for the game. Strong lead guard that plays with a good feel for the game. Cyrus could use some added strength and athleticism to help with his recruiting.

33. Kyler Mann – 6’4 – SF – Owasso

Man has a good feel for the game and plays tough around the interior, has sound footwork and has a blue-collar, workmen mentality. He shows some good athleticism and lateral quickness. He had a breakout season for the Rams and was instrumental in their run to qualify state in class 6A.

34. Isiah Willis – 6’6 – PF – Shawnee

Willis is a good looking athlete who brings a blue-collar mentality to the court. He is tough around the basket and goes after every rebound. His energy and high motor mentality translate into being a good college prospect. 

35. Louis Gurley – 5’10 – PG – Choctaw

Gurley is an exciting prospect to watch, he brings great energy to the floor and understands the role of being a lead guard. He is quick and can get to his spots, puts a lot of pressure on the defense with his downhill play and good court vision. He can hit the three well enough for the defense to respect him. 

36. George Mccurdy – 6’1 – PG – Broken Arrow

Mccurdy is a sound point guard who has taken tremendous strides to become a good PG, he is tough-minded and good cerebrally. He has the ability to score and really thrives in transition attacking the goal. Mccurdy looks to have a good summer and a strong senior year in high school to improve his recruiting. He will look to have a strong summer and senior year to help the Tigers in Class 6A state championship bid. 

37. Jarun Campbell – 6’3 – CG – Muskogee

Campbell is a fundamentally sound prospect who will surprise you with his feel for the game. He has a strong handle and a strong looking frame. He is very crafty in his finish around the basket and has good vision. Defensively maybe one of the top on the ball defenders in the class. Jeren is one of those kids you could consider a late bloomer but has all the tools and physical tools to be a college prospect. Jeren looks to put a stamp this summer as being one of the top talents in the class.

38. Marcal Johnson – 5'10 – PG – Tulsa Rogers

Johnson is a premier scorer, he is a walking bucket and love to play downhill. Probably one of the quickest prospects in the class with the ball and puts a lot of pressure on the ball. He is a high energy prospect who loves to play fast and has sneaky bounce. Johnson has the ability to make plays for others. Johnson will look to have a good summer and senior year in high school to improve his recruiting.

39. Ian Golden – 6’2 – PG – Broken Arrow

Golden aka “Bubba” plays with as much passion as anyone in the class and the best on the ball defender.  Golden is a tough nose defender and gets up in you like you took something from him. He can also score playing downhill and is crafty with the ball around the basket.  Golden motor runs higher than most, he just loves to play basketball. Golden growth should come through showing more consistency in his perimeter game and playing with a better pace. He will look to have a strong summer and senior year to help the Tigers in Class 6A state championship bid. 

40. Daylon Andrews – 5'11 – SG – PC West

Andrews is one of the purest shooters in the class, can straight fill it up, he also has a nice mid-range to accompany his long ball. He has a good feel for the game and is just a tough competitor and applies the same energy on defense. Andrews will be an important piece to West run for state next year. 

Honorable mention

BJ Armstrong - 6'0 - PG - Owasso

Jaden Hurd - 6'6 - PF - Sand Springs

Tezohn Taft - 5'10 - G - Sapulpa

Daren Hawking - 6'2 - SF - Sand Springs

Jacob Mills - 6'6 - F - Coweta

Trey Gaines - 5'10 - PG - Beggs

Mavin Moore - 6'0 - CG - Northwest Classen

Israel Hart - 6'2 - G - Midwest City

Xavier Williams - 6'1 - SG - Muskogee

Gamaliel Onah - 6'0 - RLTC Prep