Notable Athletes
Class of 2025
Montavious Hobbs
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Wing Guard
High School: Mendenhall High
Hometown: Mendenhall, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 6'7
Weight: 175
College: East Central College
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. #1 Overall Draft Pick in the Mississippi Basketball All-Star Draft. #1 Point Scorer in state's basketball all-star game. Won 2025 Offensive Player of the Year.
Jalean Tweedy
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Shooting Guard
High School: M.S. Palmer High
Hometown: Marks, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 6'3
Weight: 180
College: Tougaloo College
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. #3 Overall Draft Pick in the Mississippi Basketball All-Star Draft. Ranked as the #1 Point Scorer in Mississippi by MaxPreps. Won 2025 District MVP.
Javeion Perkins
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Shooting Guard
High School: Vicksburg High
Hometown: Vicksburg, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 6'4
Weight: 158
College: Tennessee Valley
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Best shooting percentage in state basketball all-star game. Won the 2025 Most Improve Player of the Year.
Trenton Magee
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Power Forward
High School: Mendenhall High
Hometown: Mendenhall, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 6'5
Weight: 190
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Won the 2025 "Most Hustle Award."
Girls Basketball Rankings 2025-26
Below are the current standing of the girls basketball rankings in Mississippi. Athletes included are 9th-12th grade student athletes that go to any Mississippi public, private, or character schools.
"Notable Athletes" features seniors (Class of 2025) who are noteworthy of being mentioned and would normally be included in the rankings but are no longer eligible to participate in the 2025-26 season.
** = Selected as a state all-star at the basketball all-star draft but did not participate in the state's basketball all-star game.
Last Updated: 6/4/25
Mississippi Basketball Rankings 2025-26 Season
Welcome to the Mississippi High School Player's Ranking, the official statewide player rankings of basketball athletes in Mississippi's public, private & charter schools.
Rankings are updated often so be sure to check back to see how our latest update has effected the current standings.
Because Mississippi Association of Players is not a recruiting service, some player information may not be available that may be available on other platforms.
Boys Basketball Rankings 2025-26
Below are the current standing of the Mississippi High School Players Rankings for the 2025-26 Basketball Season. Rankings include 9th-12th grade student athletes attending public, private, or character schools across Mississippi.
Out of Season Period
The rankings below are during the Out of Season Period which means rankings are voted on based on athletes participation & performance at various camps, tournaments, exhibitions & more.
Profile Descriptions
Rankings includes students M-Score, GPA, NCAA #, and Notable Section. The Notable Section includes any outstanding highlights, milestones, or special honors.
M-Score= The highest score is a 70.
GPA = The highest average is a 4.0 GPA.
Why Only My Picture & Name On My Profile
Students that don't have an active student account with the Mississippi Association of Players will only have their name & picture included on their profile. Active MAP members show all info on their profile.
Questions or to learn more about how the rankings work, tap 'Questions About Rankings' below.
Last Updated: 09-17-2025 5:05PM
#1 Joe Horne
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PF
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Meridian High
Hometown: Meridian, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 6'5
Weight: 178
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. 2024 Basketball State Champion. Only player to score a double double in state basketball all-star game.
#2 Emoni Journey
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: WG
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: LeFlore County High
Hometown: Itta Bena, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 6'1
Weight: 160
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Mississippi Basketball All-Stars Half-Court Shot Champion. #11 ranked in the state for 3 Pointers Made & #11 in the state for Steals Per Game by MaxPreps. 2024-25 Boys All-Commonwealth Basketball First Team.
#3 Jaylen James
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PF
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Callaway High
Hometown: Jackson, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 6'5
Weight: 205
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. 2025 Basketball State All-Star Game MVP.
#4 Kamarrius Rash
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Wing Guard
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Clarksdale High
Hometown: Clarksdale, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 6'1
Weight: 186
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Ranked #12 in state for PPG, #38 in state for FG & #39 in state for FT by MaxPreps.
#5 TaShaun Gray
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PG
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Purvis High
Hometown: Purvis, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'10
Weight: 130
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Farm Bureau Player of the Week. Defensive Player of the Year.
#6 Cordarius Molten
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PG
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Greene County High
Hometown: Leaksville, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 6'10
Weight: 190
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
Brynn Brice
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Shooting Guard
High School: Wesson Attendance
Hometown: Wesson, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 5'8
Weight: 140
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
Tony McSwain
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Combo Guard
High School: Oak Grove High
Hometown: Hattiesburg, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 5'11
Weight: 160
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
Devonta Thompson
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Point Guard
High School: Bogue Chitto High
Hometown: Bogue Chitto, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 5'10
Weight: 150
College: Pearl River College
Notable: **2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Scored 2,000 Career Points. Won the 2025 Mr. Basketball Award. 2x Area MVP. 3x District MVP.
Mickey Jennings
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Point Guard
High School: Pelahatchie High
Hometown: Pelahatchie, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 5'8
Weight: 140
College: n/a
Notable: **2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Won the 2025 All District MVP, Best Offensive & Best Defensive Award.
Jay'Lyn Blakney
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Shooting Guard
High School: Wayne Academy
Hometown: Waynesboro, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 6'3
Weight: 180
College: Southeastern Baptist
Notable: **2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Was selected for All District Team.
#7 Jaxton Moore
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Combo Guard
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Bay Springs High
Hometown: Bay Springs, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'10
Weight: 130
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State Champion. 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#8 Bryson Butler
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PF
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Tylertown High
Hometown: Tylertown, MS
Class: 2028
Height: 6'4
Weight: 190
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#9 Jamarcus McCullum
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PG
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Raleigh High
Hometown: Raleigh, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'9
Weight: 203
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#10 Christian Expose
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PG
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Columbia High
Hometown: Columbia, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 5'7
Weight: 170
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#15 Austin Richards
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Wing Guard
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Jackson Academy
Hometown: Jackson, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 6'7
Weight: 175
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: **2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#16 Kaden Arterberry
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Power Forward
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Pearl High
Hometown: Jackson, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 6'5
Weight: 205
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: **2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#17 Jamiyon Gray
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Mize Attendance
Hometown: Mize, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 6'0
Weight: 180
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: **2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#13 Sydney Jackson III
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PF
High School: Tylertown High
Hometown: Tylertown, MS
Class: 2028
Height: 6'4
Weight: 190
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#14 Dylan Thornton
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PF
High School: Jim Hill High
Hometown: Jackson, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 6'1
Weight: 186
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. #12 Ranked in state Points Per Game.
#15 Kenington Russell
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PG
High School: Raleigh High
Hometown: Raleigh, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'9
Weight: 203
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#16 Tyler McSwain
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PG
High School: Columbia High
Hometown: Columbia, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 5'7
Weight: 170
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#11 Sydney Jackson III
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PF
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Tylertown High
Hometown: Tylertown, MS
Class: 2028
Height: 6'4
Weight: 190
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#12 Dylan Thornton
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PF
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Jim Hill High
Hometown: Jackson, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 6'1
Weight: 186
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. #12 Ranked in state Points Per Game.
#13 Kenington Russell
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PG
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Raleigh High
Hometown: Raleigh, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'9
Weight: 203
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#14 Marcus Parker
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Point Guard
NCAA #:
MARONS Score:
GPA:
High School: Puckett High
Hometown: Puckett, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 6'0
Weight: 147
College Commit: n/a
College Offers:
Notable: 2025 **Basketball State All-Star Team. Ranked as 9th highest point scorer in state by MaxPrep.
#1 Jahyla Dubose
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: Shooting Guard
High School: Quitman High
Hometown: Quitman, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 5'8
Weight: 126
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Overall best performance at state's basketball all-star game.
#2 Jaelyn Luckett
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Ridgeland High
Hometown: Jackson, MS
Class: 2028
Height: 5'9
Weight: 160
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Best shooting percentage at state's basketball all-star game.
#3 Shamiya Walker
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Gulfport High
Hometown: Gulfport, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 6'2
Weight: 235
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#4 Sharkyra Dixon
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Madison Central
Hometown: Flora, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'2
Weight: 135
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#5 Zaria Bender
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Bay Springs High
Hometown: Bay Springs, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 5'5
Weight: 174
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Won 2025 Most Improved Player.
#6 Jaidence Spencer
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Oak Grove High
Hometown: Hattiesburg, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 6'1
Weight: 165
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#7 Dalayzia Mayes
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: St. Martin High
Hometown: Ocean Springs, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'8
Weight: 140
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Won 2025 MVP.
#8 Hope Bolton
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Greene County High
Hometown: Leaksville, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 5'8
Weight: 165
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Daughter of 2x WNBA All-Star, 2x US Olympic Gold Medalist, WNBA Hall of Fame Ruthie Bolton.
#9 Serenity Brown
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Quitman High
Hometown: Quitman, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 5'8
Weight: 126
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#10 Massyah Thomas
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Pascagoula High
Hometown: Pascagoula, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 5'8
Weight: 158
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Won Offensive Player of the Year.
#11 Krista Clark
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: point guard
High School: Harrison Central
Hometown: Gulfport, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 5'3
Weight: 136.6
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#12 Amiyah Paige
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Oak Grove High
Hometown: Hattiesburg, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'7
Weight: 150
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Won the 2025 Coach's Award.
#13 Laila Rogers
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Sebastopol Attendance
Hometown: Sebastopol, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'8
Weight: 159
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#14 Aniriah Galloway
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PG
High School: Poplarville High
Hometown: Poplarville, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'0
Weight: 98
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. 2025 Offensive Player of the Year, Most Improved Player, & All District Team.
#15 Eva Autman
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Sumrall High School
Hometown: Sumrall, MS
Class: 2027
Height: 6'0
Weight: 260
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team.
#16 Brooklyn Adams
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: guard
High School: North Forrest High
Hometown: Hattiesburg, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'7
Weight: 132
College: n/a
Notable: **2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. The NFHS Hall of Fame Inductee 1,000 Career Point Milestone Recognition" & the "North Forrest Most Valuable Player Award."
Notable Athletes
Class of 2025
Kennedy Bush
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Oak Grove High
Hometown: Hattiesburg, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 5'8
Weight: 120
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Best shooting percentage at the state's basketball all-stars. Won the 2025 Best Defender Award.
LaShayla Fortenberry
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Jefferson Davis
Hometown: Bassfield, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 5'7
Weight: 155
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Was a McDonalds All American Nominee. Won the Best Offensive Player, & East Marion Holiday Classic MVP.
Rayllin Williams
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Greene County
Hometown: Leaksville, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 5'3
Weight: 125
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. The 2x Recipient of the Most Improved Player of the Year Award.
Zya Walker
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: n/a
High School: Jefferson Davis
Hometown: Bassfield, MS
Class: 2025
Height: 5'7
Weight: 155
College: n/a
Notable: 2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Won the Best Offensive Player of the Year Award, the Best Rebounder Award & was selected 3 years in a row as All District Team.
#17 Kali Chavis
Stars: 3 Stars
Position: PF
High School: Lumberton High
Hometown: Lumberton, MS
Class: 2026
Height: 5'0
Weight: 106
College: n/a
Notable: **2025 Basketball State All-Star Team. Coach McKaey Award.