Deng Ngor, a 6’8” wing, stood out as one of Team Canada’s most versatile players at the 2026 FIBA U18 AmeriCup, averaging 10.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game while consistently impacting winning on both ends. He provided reliable perimeter shooting, finished through contact at the rim, and helped generate offense in transition with his length and pace in the open floor. Defensively, Ngor brought consistent activity and versatility, competing across multiple positions and disrupting actions with his effort and anticipation. His defining moment came in the gold-medal game against Team USA, where he scored 15 points on 5-of-8 shooting, including 2-of-2 from three, while also recording three steals. With Canada trailing late, he delivered under pressure—hitting a game-tying three-pointer before converting a transition finish that ultimately sealed the victory, scoring the final five points to secure the program first FIBA U18 AmeriCup title. That performance went beyond tools and projection, showing a player who directly influences winning possessions at the highest level of his age group and elevates output when the game tightens. @dengngorr @CanBball @FeiaMBB @brookwoodelite

On the biggest stage of the tournament, Javion Tyndale delivered an impressive performance to help Canada secure a historic 67-65 win over Team USA in the FIBA U18 AmeriCup final. The Montverde Academy point guard finished with 18 points, 8 assists, and 3 steals, impacting the game as a scorer, defender, and floor leader. From the opening minutes, he set the tone by putting pressure on the rim and keeping the defense on its heels with his aggressiveness and pace. Tyndale created offense both for himself and others, scoring at key moments while also making the right reads when the defense collapsed. He stayed confident attacking off the dribble and delivered timely baskets whenever Team USA threatened to swing momentum. Defensively, he was active and disruptive, jumping passing lanes and turning stops into transition opportunities. In the closing minutes, he remained composed, made the right decisions, and helped Canada close out a tightly contested finish. His poise, competitiveness, and two-way impact were central to Canada capturing its first-ever U18 AmeriCup gold medal, and he was named Tournament MVP for his overall performance. @JavionTyndale @CanBball @UPLAYCanada @MVABasketball @MVACoachTurner

Team USA U18 forward Darius Wabbington delivered a productive all-around performance in an 84-62 win over Brazil, finishing with 10 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists. The 6-foot-11 forward demonstrated why he is regarded as one of the more intriguing prospects in the 2027 class, impacting the game in multiple ways. Wabbington knocked down shots from beyond the arc, forcing defenders to respect his perimeter game, while also showcasing his passing ability and court vision by creating scoring opportunities for teammates. Beyond the box score, he displayed a strong feel for the game and the versatility to operate on the perimeter despite his size. Wabbington has also made noticeable strides physically, getting into better shape and continuing to develop his frame, which has helped him move more effectively and maximize his skill set on both ends of the floor. The combination of floor spacing, playmaking, length, and improved physical development continues to make Wabbington a prospect drawing significant attention as he progresses in his development. @Dariuswabb @usabjnt @Compton_Magic @slopebasketball

2027 6’2” point guard Davion Thompson showed why he is considered one of the top point guards in the country. In Team USA U18’s 84-62 victory over Brazil, Thompson’s impact was felt throughout the game as he helped spark the run that allowed the Americans to pull away and take control. Thompson finished with a game-high 16 points, along with 3 assists, 2 rebounds, 1 steal, and zero turnovers. He showcased his ability to create scoring opportunities for teammates while keeping the offense organized. He showed confidence as a perimeter shooter, knocked down open shots, and made plays off the dribble. His ability to break down defenders, make sound decisions, and generate offense for both himself and others stood out against Brazil. When Thompson was on the floor, Team USA U18 ran better and operated with more rhythm and pace. His presence put pressure on defenses and created opportunities for everyone around him. The game-high 16 points, zero turnovers, and overall command of the offense highlighted why he is considered one of the top point guards in the 2027 class. @Davion_t9 @usabjnt @MeanstreetsEYB @linkacademy_

2027 JL3 point guard Tyrone Jamison did an excellent job running the team against Team WhyNot at EYBL Session 3 in Kansas City. What stood out most was his ability to control the game as a floor general, consistently making the right reads and putting his teammates in positions to be successful. He played with great pace, stayed under control, and showed a strong feel for when to facilitate and when to look for his own offense. Jamison kept the defense honest by knocking down shots from the perimeter and was able to get into the paint and finish around the rim when opportunities presented themselves. He also competed on the glass and was active throughout the game, finishing with 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists. His combination of playmaking, scoring, and overall command of the offense played a major role in his team’s performance. @TyroneJamison3 @JL3Elite @Jl3Basketball @NikeEYB

2027 JL3 guard Malik Olajuwon played an important role in the JL3 win over Team WhyNot at EYBL Session 3 in Kansas City, making key plays throughout the contest and stepping up in crucial moments. He knocked down timely perimeter shots and capitalized on scoring opportunities within the flow of the offense. Olajuwon also impacted the game as a facilitator, making good decisions with the ball, finding open teammates, and keeping the offense moving. Defensively, he was active and disruptive, generating steals, deflections, and extra possessions while helping create transition opportunities. His contributions on both ends of the floor helped JL3 secure the victory. @olajuwon_malik2 @JL3Elite @Jl3Basketball @NikeEYB

2027 6’9” forward Landon Veal of JL3 delivered a strong showing against Team WhyNot at EYBL Session 3 in Kansas City. He finished efficiently around the rim, ran the floor in transition, rebounded well, and contested shots around the rim. He also stepped out and knocked down a three-pointer, closing with 15 points and 4 rebounds. Overall, he delivered a productive performance that showed the different ways he can impact both sides of the floor. @landoveal @JL3Elite @Jl3Basketball @NikeEYB

2027 6’1” guard Malcolm Price of Team WhyNot delivered a strong showing against JL3 at EYBL Session 3 in Kansas City, finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals. Price knocked down perimeter jumpers, used his handle to create separation off the dribble, and finished through contact at the rim. He also made solid decisions with the ball, finding his teammates. His ability to change pace and get downhill created advantages for his team. Price showed why he is one of the better guards in the 2027 class. @Malcolm4Price @teamwhynot @NikeEYB

2026 6’8” forward Jax Clark made his presence felt around the rim for Utah Prospects against Nightrydas at EYBL Session 3 in Kansas City. Using his length, athleticism, and activity level, Clark scored in the paint and competed on the glass, securing rebounds. He brought steady energy throughout the matchup. His interior production stood out against one of the better frontcourts in the EYBL, making an impact on both ends around the basket. @Jaxclark15 @UtahProspects @NikeEYB

2027 6’2” point guard Mana Winitana put together a good performance for Utah Prospects against Nightrydas at EYBL Session 3 in Kansas City, finishing with 17 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists, and 6 steals. Winitana showcased a good feel as a playmaker throughout the game, making good decisions and getting his teammates involved when opportunities were there. His ability to draw defenders and find open teammates helped create quality looks offensively, while he also mixed in tough finishes at the rim and perimeter shot-making. Defensively, he was active throughout the game, generating 6 steals and applying consistent pressure on the ball. He left a strong overall impression with his production and activity on both ends throughout the matchup. @Mwinitana08 @UtahProspects @NikeEYB

In a matchup against Team CP3, 2027 Team Melo point guard TJ Jones made a strong impact in the 93-80 win by scoring, creating offense for teammates, and contributing defensively. He finished at the rim through contact and in traffic, knocked down jump shots in rhythm when opportunities came, and pushed the ball in transition to keep constant pressure on the defense. In the half court, he made good decisions to set up teammates, finding the open man and creating clean looks throughout possessions. Defensively, he stayed active on the ball, helped force turnovers through pressure and anticipation, and helped momentum swings for Team Melo throughout the game, making plays that contributed to the team securing the win. @jones_tere91298 @TeamMe7oEYBL @NikeEYB

2027 6’4” guard LJ Smith had his shotmaking on full display for Team Melo against Team CP3 at EYBL Session 3 in Kansas City, hitting tough shots throughout the game and showing his ability to create and convert difficult looks from multiple spots on the floor under defensive pressure and in contested situations. He finished with 18 points, providing steady scoring that helped fuel Team Melo’s offensive rhythm on their way to a 93-80 win, as he repeatedly delivered in isolation and off-the-dribble situations, navigating defensive pressure, changing speeds to create separation, and finding ways to generate clean looks while maintaining composure, pace, and control of possessions across all stretches of the game, especially when defenses tried to key in on him, answering with buckets that helped Team Melo maintain control of the tempo and scoring flow. @LJSmith23972065 @TeamMe7oEYBL @NikeEYB

2027 6’7” Team Melo forward Ian Condon made the difference against Team CP3 during EYBL Session 3 in Kansas City, leading Team Melo to a 93-80 win with an outstanding perimeter shooting display. Condon finished with 27 points while knocking down 7-of-12 from three-point range. He played with confidence and composure throughout the game, consistently hitting timely shots that helped Team Melo maintain momentum and answer every push from Team CP3. Condon was effective from the opening tip through the final stretch, delivering big baskets whenever Team Melo needed them most. His energy, shot-making, and steady offensive production stood out all game long, and his 27-point performance was a major reason Team Melo controlled key stretches and secured the 93-80 victory. @IanCondon2027 @SidwellMBB @TeamMe7oEYBL @NikeEYB

2027 guard Harper Baker-Lands of Indy Heat showed an impressive ability to shoot the ball from three-point range at EYBL Session 2 in Memphis, functioning as a legitimate spacing option and a perimeter scoring threat. He knocked down shots both off the catch and off the dribble, showing comfort operating in different offensive situations rather than being limited to one type of setup. His movement into shot preparation looked natural in catch-and-shoot situations, while his pull-up opportunities off the dribble highlighted confidence creating his own perimeter looks. He stayed ready as a floor spacer, relocating well to open space and punishing defensive lapses when given time and rhythm. He averaged 12 points throughout the weekend, providing steady scoring production as a key offensive piece. Overall, he established himself as a reliable shooting threat who can generate offense from multiple perimeter situations. @Harperbl1 @indyheatgymrats @NikeEYB

2027 6’5” forward Marri Wesley has quietly been one of the more productive and impactful players through the first two EYBL sessions with AB Elite. He continues to prove his value with toughness and energy on both ends of the floor. He finishes around the rim using his size and physicality, often playing through contact and converting in traffic. He puts the ball on the floor and makes plays off the bounce to create downhill pressure. He steps out and knocks shots down off the catch and off the bounce when defenses give him space. He brings activity and physicality on the defensive end. He keeps opposing players in front and uses his strength to hold his ground in matchups. He competes in the paint and impacts possessions with effort and discipline. He impacts the game with his rebounding, toughness, and energy. He competes hard on every possession, crashes the glass, and makes winning plays that swing momentum. He moves without the ball to find open space and stay involved in the offense. Through two EYBL sessions, he has established himself as a forward that produces, competes with energy, and leaves his imprint on the game in a variety of ways every time he steps on the floor. @laamarri @teamabelite @NikeEYB

2027 6’5” guard Isaiah Santos of AB Elite had a standout performance against Indy Heat at Nike EYBL Session 2 in Memphis, finishing with 27 points and 14 rebounds while shooting 11-of-16 from the field. He got downhill, finished through contact at the rim, and put constant pressure on the defense. He played with energy and effort throughout the game and was a huge reason for the win, staying efficient on the offensive end against top-level competition. @IsaiahS1515 @teamabelite @NikeEYB

Jayon Connor had a strong showing against Jet Academy at Nike EYBL Session 2 in Memphis, finishing with 21 points and 13 rebounds. The 6’7” wing played with energy throughout the game and impacted possessions with his activity level. Connor attacked the glass aggressively on both ends, rebounded outside of his area, and created extra opportunities with his effort and toughness. He ran the floor well in transition, filled lanes hard, and finished around the rim through contact. Connor also brought a physical presence defensively, competing on the boards and staying active around the ball. His motor stood out over the course of the game, and he made plays that helped shift momentum. The combination of size, energy, rebounding, and toughness gave him a noticeable impact on both ends. @JayonConnor @CP3EYBL @NikeEYB

2027 6’5” wing Elijah Paez of Drive Nation made notable plays at Nike EYBL Session 2 in Memphis against Indy Heat. Paez showcased his ability to shoot the ball from the perimeter and create scoring opportunities off the bounce. He played with energy, effort, and toughness on both ends of the floor, rebounded the ball well, and competed hard throughout the game. Defensively, he was effective both on and off the ball, impacting possessions with his activity and effort while competing throughout the game. @ElijahGPaez @DriveNation_DFW @DriveNation_E15 @NikeEYB

2027 6’5” guard Jymin Veney had good moments for Team Durant against Team United at Nike EYBL Session 2 in Memphis, showing the ability to make plays and impact the game on both sides of the ball. He was active defensively, getting into passing lanes and applying pressure at the point of attack, which helped disrupt possessions. Offensively, he was willing to attack gaps to create advantages for himself. Overall, he provided steady two-way production and made plays that helped Team Durant win the game. @thejyminveney @teamdurant_AAU @NikeEYB

2027 6’9” forward Charles Pur was active around the rim in a win for CP3 over Jet Academy at Nike EYBL Session 2 in Memphis. Pur impacted the game with rebounding, rim-running, and finishes inside. He stayed involved around the basket, consistently crashing the glass and creating extra possessions with his activity level. His size and length allowed him to be effective finishing through contact, while his ability to run the floor helped generate easy opportunities in transition. He provided a steady interior presence on both ends and played with good energy throughout the matchup. Defensively, he made an impact as a rim protector while also contributing on the glass with active rebounding throughout the game. He rotated well around the paint, contested shots at the rim, and used his length to make finishes difficult inside. His motor and physical presence helped limit second-chance opportunities and gave CP3 added toughness in the frontcourt. @charlespur10 @CP3EYBL @NikeEYB