Former Kentucky Commit Visits St. John's
While St. John's head coach Rick Pitino generated a rash of controversy when he recently stated the
Bronx Guard at Top of Off-Season Wish List Slated for SJU Visit
After securing a pair of vital off-season acquisitions in Providence transfer Bryce Hopkins and Arizona State freshman
Bronx Sharpshooter Going Portaling
Following a freshman season in which his playing time fluctuated and was
Bronx Native Returning for NCAA Tournament
After missing a significant stretch of the 2024-25 campaign and expected to shut
St. John's To Host 2026 Guard
While St. John's made headlines which are portent of today's times when head coach
Year of Milestones for NYC Upperclassmen
While New York City was certainly given a historic year last year, with two McDonald's All Americans in OSL
Both UNC Freshman are Named in the Bleacher Report NBA Mock Draft
Bleacher Report released its 2025 NBA Mock Draft Monday, and Drake Powell and Ian Jackson were named.
On the Up: 2024+2025
Several rising seniors and recently departed seniors eager to make a quick-hit impact at the next level have made a
Big East Offer For 2026 Point Guard
A 6-foot-3 Class of 2026 point guard with slick handle, a purity of vision is a cerebral play-maker with a three-level
New York 2024 Sleepers
While this year's senior class was known nationally with prized recruits such as Johnuel “Boogie” Fland (Arkansas), Ian
City Stock Risers: 2025 + 2026
The city's reputation as a traditional breeding ground for talent is intact. While the Big Apple may no longer boast
Riverside Youth On The Rise
While the culture of New York City basketball will bid adieu to five stars and transcendent talents such as Our Savior
Mr. New York Basketball
This New York 2024 recruiting class is special and one of the best in a long time. We as a state currently have three
NYC Stock Risers
New York City generated plenty of national visibility last season. Players such as
Top Performers: Jordan Brand Classic
At The Barclay's Center in Brooklyn, a gaggle of the nation's elite recruits, both signed and unsigned, went to work
Young Spring Stock Risers
A number of sophomores and juniors are beginning to relish the media coverage and exposure-heavy environments of
A Pair of Future Tar Heels End Their Careers as Five Stars
Ian Jackson and Drake Powell will always be five stars. Rivals final 2024 ranking assured that on Monday.
Bronx Native Commits to A-10 Program
As a 7-foot behemoth who has improved with his offensive arsenal and turned in multiple double-doubles this past year
How the McDonald's All-American Game will impact the Rivals150 rankings
Five-star Cooper Flagg took a clear leadership role during the McDonald's All-American Game week.
NYC is Hot At The Right Time
With the AAU season in full bloom and a handful of showcase events attracting attention throughout the city. Several
Cassidy Awards: McDonald's All-American Game
Five-star Dylan Harper impressed Tuesday night in the McDonald's All-American Game.
NY & Metro McDAAG Burger Boys
A number of the local area and Metro area's top-shelf national talents culminated their storied careers in the
Takeaways From the McDonald's All-American Game
Drake Powell and Ian Jackson participated in the McDonald's All-American Game, and we have some thoughts.
Five programs that should be pleased by the McDonald's All-American Game
Five-star North Carolina signee Ian Jackson scored a game-high 21 points on Tuesday.
Catholic League Rising Stars
With the AAU season off and running and a number of spring showcase events taking place and featuring city talent. The
Cassidy's Takeaways: Standouts ready for McDonald's All-American Game
The McDonald's All-American Game is set to tip off Tuesday at 9 p.m. ET.
Part II: Signed, Sealed, Delivered
Elijah Moore left his stamp on an illustrious career at Our Savior Lutheran in the Bronx with a wild, 67-point scoring
Signed, Sealed, and Delivered
Christ The King's Dwayne Pierce is part of a memorable 2024 class. Like Boogie Fland
Unsigned and On The Grind
As March continues to erupt and the national attention shifts to the NCAA tournament. The remaining games of
Moore Erupts with 67-Point Scoring Binge
On senior night, Our Savior Lutheran guard and Syracuse-signee Elijah Moore
Ian Jackson Gets a Real Vibe for North Carolina
Ian Jackson visited North Carolina last weekend. He shared what he has learned as he waits for next season.
Prospect Review: Let March Madness Begin
We're in the midst of the biggest high school games of the year, and UNC prospects are shining.
Impressive Performances: Intersectional Quarters
It was four consecutive action-packed games, with coaches from Rhode Island, Hofstra, Temple, and countless others
What Rivals Has Had to Say Recently About Some UNC Prospects
Rivals has had plenty to say recently about several UNC signees and prospects. We take a closer look inside.
NYCHoops.net Weekly Roundup! (2/21)
The weekly roundup is back!!! We have another article full of new recruitment news, an NIL update well as new accolade
Prospect Review: Regular Season for Some Post Season for Others
The 2024 high school season is getting down to crunch time. We look at how UNC prospects are faring.
What's the Future Showing?
One of the questions recently posed during a New York Post/SNY interview with former NYCHoops.net/Rivals.com staff
Dominican-born PG Yandel German set to make an impact in the 2027 class
Yandel German is a candidate to break out as a high-major prospect this summer.
Prospect Review: Tar Heel Prospects Continue to Impress
Tar Heel prospects continue to shine as the season moves into February.
Underclassmen On the Rise
Elite-level guard play has forever been embedded in the culture of New York City basketball. Which tends to always be
Prospect Review: UNC Prospects Staying Consistent in January
The list of high profile events may be short right now, but high school action for UNC prospects is hot and heavy.
Temperature Rising Young Point Guards
New York and the surrounding area has a stout national reputation for point guards. The city has a long, storied
Rivals Roundtable: Breaking down the McDonald's All-American rosters
Four-star point guard Trent Perry committed to USC in October.
McDonald's All-American Game rosters announced
Five-star Duke signee Cooper Flagg is ranked No. 1 in the 2024 Rivals150.
Powell, Jackson Named McDonald's All-Americans
Drake Powell Outside of the Les Schwab Invitational in Oregon, he has played a local schedule, but grassroots
NY Big Man To Whittle List
Steven Solano has had quite the well-traveled high school career. The 7-foot, 240-pound behemoth has been to Cardinal
Top-Tier AA Performances
The heat is on with the CHSAA "AA" featuring a slate of marquee matchups as we break into 2024. Expect a number
Decision Dossier: Five-star Darryn Peterson
Five-star guard Derryn Peterson recently trimmed his list down to a group of eight finalists.
Whirlwind of Change for Adam Nijie
It has been a whirlwind of events for Class of 2024 point guard Adam Njie over the last seven months.Really, quickly
The 2026 Magician is Magic Mel
Having developed an adequate feel for the game at such an early age, plying his trade as a smurf-small youngster with a
Prospect Review: EYBL Scholastic, XIV, league play & more
There was enough key high school hoops last week for UNC prospects to shine, and Hubert Davis to go recruit.
Prospect Review: Tournaments Galore
Tar Heel prospects had showings to talk about during the busiest week of the year for high school hoops.
Top Performers: Jordan Brand Classic
While the Jordan Brand Classic at Baruch College, run by Made Hoops, had a plethora of highly touted prospects. We want
Part II: Jordan Brand Classic
The third contest of the night featured an amazing matchup between the Phelps School Lions (PA )and Our Savior
College Football Playoff: How Rivals rated each team's roster in HS
Blake Corum is one of 44 former four-star prospects on Michigan's roster.
Neophytes Realize Potential
New York has long been regarded as one of the country's most fertile breeding grounds for regal basketball talent.
Prospect Review: Starting in Full
High school basketball has kicked off throughout the country including the state of North Carolina.
Prospect Review: December Rolls in With a Bang
Ian Jackson
Five most important signings of the Early Signing Period
Five-star North Carolina signee Ian Jackson shot down rumors all fall that he would be flipping to St. John's.
Rivals Roundtable: Top storylines from the Early Signing Period
Michigan scored one of the biggest wins of the Early Signing Period when it landed Khari Rooths.
St. John's Continues to Pursue Local Products
It was supposed to be a triumphant homecoming for Hall of Famer Rick Pitino, as he coached St. John's for the first
New Beginnings: CHSAA AA
Like any conference containing a glut of Division-I prospects and sustaining a stout reputation, the CHSAA "AA" will
A Look at What UNC is Getting With the 2024 Recruiting Class
With UNC's Early Signing Class finalized we look at what it means both now and in the future.
Part I: Signed, Sealed and Delivered
National signing day has long been a special occasion for the city's Division-I bound recruits. This season, with a
Ian Jackson Signs, is Officially a North Carolina Tar Heel
Ian Jackson in now officially a North Carolina Tar Heel. The five-star guard made it official this morning.
ACC Spotlight: How recruiting for the class of 2024 is shaping up
Five-star Cooper Flagg is a key part of Duke's top-ranked recruiting class.
A UNC fan's Guide to the National High School Rankings
National high school hoops rankings are being released and there is a reason for UNC fans to be interested.
Five programs that will enjoy the Early Signing Period
Five-star Dylan Harper could sign during the early signing window.
Storylines to monitor during the Early Signing Period
Five-star Ian Jackson is committed to North Carolina but rumors about St. John's involvement won't go away.
Ian Jackson Looking Forward to Being a Tar Heel After Official Visit
Ian Jackson's future status has gotten lots of buzz. He addressed that with us after taking a visit this weekend.
Part II: Signed & Unsigned
Elijah Moore the 6-foot-5 Syracuse commit has been a deadly outside shot maker and
Five coaches that should be excited about the Early Signing Period
Kentucky's John Calipari has reason to celebrate the Early Signing Period this year.
Ian Jackson Visiting North Carolina This Weekend
Ian Jackson will take his official visit to North Carolina just before the Early Signing Period begins.
Changes Abound For New Look CHSAA
As the 2023-24 campaign approaches, several CHSAA teams will transition as a number of significant changes occurred
St. John's Offers West Coast Wing
While they have moved swiftly in making local New York talent their utmost and unwavering priority. St. John's features
Will Ian Jackson stick with UNC?
Rob Cassidy joins Dave Berry to discuss North Carolina commit Ian Jackson and whether he will stick with the Tar Heels.
Unsigned Upperclassmen
As the official season nears, numerous upperclassmen in the area are coming off summers of unprecedented success
Showcase Returns To NYC With Array of Local Prospects
Hosted by longtime New York City hoops pioneer and Riverside Hawks coach Kareem Memminger, one of the city's most
Koa Peat Announces November OV to UNC, Talks Heels
Koa Peat announced Tuesday that he will be the third five-star visiting North Carolina in November.
New Locations, New Roles
While transfers have been ubiquitous in the current college game and have dictated a significant shift in the
A Look At New York's Top Committed Talent
With the latest high-profile commitment generating national fanfare and buzz, several of New York's top-shelf players
Rivals Roundtable: Thoughts on high-profile recruitments in 2024 class
Five-star Asa Newell is ranked No. 16 in the 2024 Rivals150.
Comparing Cadeau, Powell and Jackson to UNC's top-10 of the Rivals Era
UNC has had 14 top ten players commit to UNC in the Rivals era. We look at how Drake Powell and Ian Jackson compare.
Cassidy's Takeaways: Top performers from the Wootten 150 Camp
Five-star Ian Jackson impressed over the weekend at the Wootten 150 Camp.
Wootten 150: Cassidy's takeaways after day two
Four-star Jahki Howard is ranked No. 74 in the 2024 Rivals150.
As Visits Continue, Big Decisions Await
After ramping up his high major stock considerably during the past few months, Class of 2025 PSA Cardinals point guard
An Interior Look At Who is Who
Toughness is a central component which comes to define nearly every recruit to come out of New York City. Those playing
NYHoops.com Top Ten 2024 Pre-Season Players
It's that time again where we set the stage for the upcoming 2023-24 season. Here are the top pre-season Top 10
Two UNC Commits Make Rivals Top 10 For Class of 2024
Drake Powell and Ian Jackson have the opportunity to give UNC its first pair of top-10 signees in well over a decade.
Rivals Rankings Week: Top 10 Countdown for 2024 class
It's another Rivals Rankings Week and we started things off today with a countdown of the top 10 in 2024.
NYC Sleepers on The Come Up
In a monstrous, restless city as big as New York, there are myriad still unknown prospects scattered all over. It's
Youth Movement Pulls in Offers
Several of the city's burgeoning talent have emerged with new offers this week, as college coaches have been on their
Summit League Offers for 2026 Guards
All across the boards, CHSAA Class AA teams were dealt with an arduous off-season in which numerous players
High Major Heavy Presence Continues for 2025, 2026 NYC Natives
Though they have a tall order on their hands in helping fill some of the immense scoring void left by dynamic,
Big 12 Offer for NYC Pair
As they continue to tap back into the regal recruiting roots of their old New York City stomping grounds
Youth Movement Impacts New Look Cardinal Hayes
While no individual player will fill the void left by Syracuse-bound 6-foot-6 sharpshooter Elijah Moore