We expand our MaxPreps Top 25 to look at more teams around the country.
The Preseason MaxPreps Top 25 high school basketball rankings were released last week and we now expand our look at the next 75 best in the game.
The teams in the Top 100 all have excellent pedigree, a tradition of success and big-time players fueling expectations of jumping into the MaxPreps Top 25 as the season progresses. Some are returning state champions while others are top contenders to bring home a title in 2022-23.
Our expanded list is dominated by the "Big Four" states — California, Florida, Georgia and Texas — which place 37 teams on the slate. Texas leads the way with 10 teams featured, Georgia and
California are tied for second with nine teams each and Florida had seven
teams make the cut.
In total, 29 different states along with the District of Columbia are represented. Nineteen of the 29 states had multiple teams selected and Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey and North Carolina join the big four states as the only eight with at least five.
Make sure to check back throughout the week for continued preseason high school basketball content as our MaxPreps Preseason All-America Team, underclassman to watch and tournament and events to watch for the 2022-23 season are on the docket.
Read on for a breakdown of the Top 100 teams from coast-to-coast.
Preseason No. 1 Roselle Catholic is looking for its sixth state title in New Jersey since 2013. (Photo: Catalina Fragoso)
2021-22: 29-2, No. 4 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
Begin the season as the team to beat in high school basketball behind
dynamic duo of Duke commit
MacKenzie Mgbako and North Carolina pledge
Simeon Wilcher. The Lions take on nationally-ranked opponents Duncanville, St. Paul
VI, Imhotep Charter, Calvary Christian Academy, Long Island Lutheran
and Sunrise Christian Academy.
2021-22: 35-1, No. 1 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown: Reigning national champions return a strong cast from last season headlined by 2021-22 MaxPreps National Junior of the Year
Ronald Holland. Key off-season addition Arizona commit
K.J. Lewis
is expected to make an immediate impact with the three-time defending
state champions.
2021-22: 33-1, No. 2 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown: Defending CIF Open Division state champions return the bulk of their core from last season with seniors Duke pledge
Jared McCain, UCLA commit
Devin Williams and Loyola Marymount commit
Aaron McBride
headlining the rotation.
2021-22: 29-4, No. 11 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
In search of the program's ninth state title since 2009, the Panthers
are loaded with talent led by the No. 3-ranked senior prospect in the
nation Kentucky pledge
Justin Edwards.
Rahmir Barno,
Ahmad Nowell and
Makye Taylor
are among other top returners for a group that won 18 straight to close out 2021-22.
2021-22: 31-2, No. 9 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
First-year head coach Maalik Wayns takes over a program that is looking
for its third consecutive top 10 finish nationally. The Panthers are
headlined by top five Class of 2023 prospects
D.J. Wagner and Kentucky commit
Aaron Bradshaw, while returning the bulk of their core from last season.
2021-22: 29-2, No. 18 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
High expectations surround this program after capturing the state title
in Florida's highest classification last season behind 2021-22 MaxPreps
National Freshman of the Year
Cameron Boozer and first team Freshman All-America selection
Cayden Boozer.
2021-22: 26-3, No. 7 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
Open as slight favorites
in a loaded CHSAA behind 2021-22 MaxPreps National Sophomore of the Year
Ian Jackson. Top 150 juniors
Adam Nije and
Elijah Moore
are among other headliners for a deep roster featuring a number of
promising freshman prospects.
2021-22: 29-2, No. 20 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
Fell in the first round of the inaugural
State Champions Invitational after capturing the DCSAA
title last season. The Quakers return three of their top four
contributors from 2021-22 in
Caleb Williams,
Cam Gillus and
Jalen Rougier-Roane.
2021-22: 30-1, No. 23
Breakdown:
Tied the national record with nine straight state championships before
falling to Liberty in the title game last season. The Gaels bring back
four starters and top 50 prospects in Ohio State pledge
Juni Mobley,
Christopher Nwuli and
Jase Richardson along with
Keenan Bey.
2021-22: 26-2, No. 3 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
Back-to-back state champions captured the inaugural State Champions
Invitational title last season after a pair of lopsided victories.
Although
Carl Cherenfant is the only key returner, the Eagles were able to reload in the off-season with the additions of
Jaylen Curry,
Ethan Lathan,
Jake Warren and
Shon Abaev.
2021-22: 23-4, Unranked
Breakdown:
The Saints come in to the season as heavy favorites to capture the
school's 10th state championship since 2010. A strong core returns from
last season's state title-winning group as four-star Baylor commit
Robert Wright III,
Sultan Adewale and
Khaafiq Meyers are among the top returners.
2021-22: 25-4, Unranked
Breakdown:
Nine players and three starters return from a team that advanced to the
second round of the CIF Open Division state tournament last season.
Returning starters Notre Dame commit
Brady Dunlap,
Trent Perry and
Jacob Huggins
are expected to play pivotal roles for the Wolverines.
2021-22: 37-1, No. 16 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
Following a special season that saw the Cardinals capture the school's
first state title since 1951, nobody will be sleeping on George Rogers
Clark this season. The defending state champions return four of their
top five scorers from last year, including each of their top three in Morehead State commit
Jerone Morton,
Sam Parrish and
Trent Edwards.
2021-22: 26-4, No. 13 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown: Five-star junior
Boogie Fland and top 50 sophomore
Danny Carbuccia
are expected to be a formidable duo for the 2022 CHSAA Class AA
runner-up. Despite winning just one CHSAA title in 2018, Archbishop
Stepinac has been a program on the rise in recent years.
2021-22: 25-5, Unranked
Breakdown: Top 25 senior
Cody Williams and No. 3-ranked sophomore
Koa Peat
return to defend the first state championship in school history. Perry
returns five key pieces from its title run overall and is expected to be
the top team out of the Copper State again this season.
2021-22: 15-11, Unranked
Breakdown:
Coming off a sub-par season in 2021-22, the Royals appear to have the
talent to compete for the program's first CHSAA title since 2019.
Kiyan Anthony, St. John's commit
Brandon Gardner,
Dwayne Pierce and UCLA pledge
Brandon Williams
headline prospects ranked No. 104 or higher in their classification.
2021-22: 30-6, Unranked
Breakdown:
The Crusaders are heavy favorites to return to the CIF Open Division
state title game in 2022-23 after falling to Centennial in the
championship last season. Although they return four starters from
last season, strong transfers are expected to challenge for starting
positions behind
Jamari Phillips, San Diego State commit
B.J. Davis and
Prince Oseya.
2021-22: 26-6, Unranked
Breakdown: Return three starters from a team that captured the
program's first state title in Indiana's highest classification and
second overall in program history. Top 10 Michigan State commit
Xavier Booker,
Jaron Tibbs and
Jake Davis return to the starting rotation while
Lebron Gough and
Sincere Germany are expected to replace graduated seniors.
2021-22: 25-2, No. 22 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
Upset undefeated Centerville in the Division I state title game last
season to ascend into the national rankings. The Tigers return three
starters as top 50 Ohio State commit
Devin Royal leads the way alongside
Gavin Headings and
Juwan Turner.
2021-22: 24-6, Unranked
Breakdown: Top 100 senior Connecticut commit
Stephon Castle and Indiana pledge
Jakai Newton
return with hopes of guiding the school to its first state title since
1964. The Rams fell to eventual state champion Norcross in the Class
AAAAAAA state semifinals last season.
2021-22: 22-4, No. 25 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown: A youthful group is expected to start two freshman this season as
Tyler Bright and
Tyus Thomas join key returners
Kaeden Castillero,
Angelo Kambala,
Andre Porter and top 50 junior
Dedan Thomas.
The Patriots upset nine-time defending state champion Bishop Gorman
last season to capture the school's first state title.
2021-22: 27-4
Breakdown:
Although the Wolverines begin the season ranked just outside the
MaxPreps Top 25, an ambitious schedule gives the experienced group the
ability to ascend quickly with trips to the Thanksgiving Hoopfest and
Spalding Hoophall Classic looming prior to the new year.
2021-22: 23-12
Breakdown: The top-ranked team from the Windy City features three top 100 junior prospects as
James Brown and Illinois commit
Morez Johnson are joined by Lemont transfer
Nojus Indrusaitis to create a formidable trio headlining the roster.
2021-22: 26-6
Breakdown: Top 50 senior and Ohio State commit
Taison Chatman along with
Tommmy Humphries and
Patrick Bath anchor a talented cast that are favored to repeat as Class AAA state champions. The Eagles have a strong core of experience with youthful depth mixed in.
2021-22: 17-9
Breakdown: Top 100 prospects
Bishop Boswell and
Sir Mohammed highlight a talented team expected to bring back each of its top five contributors from a team that advanced to the Class 4A state quarterfinals last season.
2021-22: 18-12
Breakdown: Returning starters
Thomas Batlies and top 50 sophomore
Nykolas Lewis are expected to be the catalysts for a talented group of young players looking to capture the program's first WCAC title since 2019.
2021-22: 29-1, No. 24 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown: After rising to No. 4 in the MaxPreps Top 25 last season, the Elks saw their 45-game win streak snapped in the state title game. Top 100 junior transfer
Jonathan Powell joins Indiana commit
Gabe Cupps to form a lethal backcourt combination.
2021-22: 21-7
Breakdown:
Former St. Stephen's & St. Agnes coach Mike Jones takes over the
reigns of a program that has a rich history of tradition. The Stags are
among the favorites to capture its 33rd WCAC title behind an experienced
core.
2021-22: 22-4
Breakdown:
Defending Class 2 state champion returns each of its top three
scorers from last season as top 100 North Carolina State commit
Dennis Parker,
Steve Stinson and
Damon Thompson will again be relied on
heavily.
2021-22: 29-6
Breakdown:
Head coach Robert Smith announced this would be his final season at the
helm for the Wolverines. In 18 seasons Smith amassed a record of 480-92
with six state titles and seven Public League crowns. The Windy City
powerhouse returns three starters from last season.
2021-22: 32-7
Breakdown: Top 60 Illinois commit
Amani Hansberry, UMBC commit
Ace Valentine and
Austin Abrams look to help longtime head coach Pat Clatchey's win his ninth Baltimore Catholic League title in 31 seasons.
2021-22: 15-10
Breakdown: Five-star junior
Airious Bailey headlines a talented roster that possesses the talent to capture the school's first state title since 2018-19 when they went 32-0 en route to the No. 2 spot in the final rankings.
2021-22: 26-3, No. 14 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown: Incoming transfers top 40 junior
Jaeden Mustaf,
Bryce Cash,
Michael Marcus Jr. and
Khamani Wertz highlight a retooled roster for the defending NCISAA Class 4A state champions.
2021-22: 23-3
Breakdown: Top 50 senior
Elijah Gertrude and top 30 junior
Tahaad Pettiford are the catalysts for a team that is expected to return each of its top five contributors from last season.
2021-22: 21-8
Breakdown: Top 10 Duke pledge
Caleb Foster and top 40 Houston commit
Mercy Miller transferred into the program from Oak Hill Academy (Mouth of Wilson, Va.), joining top 50 Gonzaga commit
Dusty Stromer to make the Knights into a potential contender in the CIF Southern Section Open Division.
2021-22: 36-3, No. 17 in final MaxPreps Top 25
Breakdown:
Following back-to-back Class 5A state crowns, the Timberwolves move
up to the Lone Star State's highest classification. Key returners
include top 40 Washington commit
Wesley Yates III,
Trealyn Porchia,
Clarence Payia and
Kayde Dotson.
2021-22: 27-3
Breakdown: Top 40 Iowa State commit
Milan Momcilovic and top 100 junior
Nick Janowski look to anchor a group that lost some key pieces to graduation from its Division 2 state title run.
2021-22: 25-4
Breakdown: Return the majority of their roster from a team that reached the Class A state title game. Three-star Creighton commit
Josiah Dotzler,
Jaden Jackson and
Jacob Arop are the top returners for the five-time state champions.
2021-22: 24-4
Breakdown: After falling in the Class 5A state title game to Memorial (Tulsa) last season, the Eagles look to capture their second state championship in the past three seasons behind top 50 Oklahoma State commit
Brandon Garrison.
2021-22: 27-3
Breakdown: Defending Class 4A state champions appear to be the team to beat out of the Evergreen State this season behind five-star junior
Zoom Diallo and last year's state title game hero
Tyce Paulsen.
2021-22: 22-6
Breakdown: It will be tough to replace the production of first team All-WCAC selection Favour Aire, but the Mustangs return virtually all other
key contributors from last season including second team All-WCAC
selections
Jeremiah Quigley and
Jaden Johnson.
2021-22: 24-4
Breakdown: Defending Class 6A state champions are led by three-star St. Joseph's commit
Xzayvier Brown. The Cahillites appear to be the biggest threat to
Neumann-Goretti in the Philadelphia Catholic League this season.
2021-22: 33-7
Breakdown:
The top-ranked team out of the Volunteer State has high expectations
coming into the season with a lengthy front line that is highlighted by
Javar Daniel,
Matthew Stokes and
Christian Alston.
2021-22: 31-9
Breakdown: Return three of top four scorers from a group that advanced to the Class 6A state quarterfinals last season. Sophomores
Kingston Flemings and
Camden Cowgill and junior
Robert Jackson each averaged 12.3 points or better in 2021-22.
54. Greensboro Day School (Greensboro, N.C.)2021-22: 32-4
Breakdown:
The Tar Heel State's winningest head coach Freddy Johnson
will continue to pile on the wins to his career record of 1,136-310.
Virginia Tech commit
Jaydon Young is the player to watch for the Bengals.
2021-22: 18-10
Breakdown: The additions of top 70 senior
Sebastian Mack and top 50 sophomore
Tee Bartlett
make this team a dark horse to capture the Class 4A state crown in a
competitive field that features three other top 100 teams.
2021-22: 22-6
Breakdown:
The Chargers have plenty to prove this season after losing in the
NCISAA Class 4A state quarterfinals to Cannon (Concord) last year. The
pieces are in place for this program to make a run at its first state
title since 2016.
2021-22: 15-13
Breakdown:
Coming off a disappointing season that saw them finish just two games
above .500, the Cadets appear to be a serious contender in the WCAC this
season behind Harvard commit
Malik Mack and top 100 juniors
Donnie Freeman and
Daquan Davis.
2021-22: 25-10
Breakdown: Although the reigning IHSA Class 4A state finalists have to replace most of their frontcourt production due to graduation, they return key senior backcourt mates
Marcus Pigram and Princeton commit
Dalen Davis.
2021-22: 20-6
Breakdown:
Top 150 junior
Taj Degourville and three-star senior
Sterling Knox are
the top returners for a group that could provide a challenge to NIAA
Class 5A favorites Bishop Gorman and Liberty for the state crown.
2021-22: 36-4
Breakdown: Returning starters
Doryan Onwuchekwa and New Mexico commit
Jadyn Toppin anchor an elite frontcourt for the defending Class 4A state champions. The Eagles again have a tough out-of-state schedule prior to the new year.
2021-22: 27-5
Breakdown:
Although the Vikings graduate key pieces from a team that reached the Class 4A state semifinals last season, five-star junior
Isaiah Evans is expected to be stabilizing force throughout the campaign.
2021-22: 20-9
Breakdown: The Rams come in as the fourth team from Georgia's highest classification ranked in the top 50 behind key players
Gicarri Harris,
Chad Moodie and
Amir Taylor.
2021-22: 28-6
Breakdown: Top 50 Kentucky pledge
Reed Sheppard
will again be the catalyst after amassing over 2,900 points in his high
school career. An ambitious schedule that includes trips to the City of
Palms Classic and Spalding Hoophall Classic awaits the Jaguars.
2021-22: 27-5
Breakdown:
Formerly known as Woodrow Wilson, the Tigers will again be the biggest
threat to Sidwell Friends for the DCSAA crown behind top 100 junior
Rob Dockery.
2021-22: 19-8
Breakdown: Return all key contributors from a youthful group that made a run to the Class 4A state semifinals last season. The Wildkats will rely on top five junior
Flory Bidunga to continue to dominate after he posted 24 double-doubles in 27 games last season.
2021-22: 23-8
Breakdown:
Early favorites to capture the Class 6A state crown are expected
to return everyone from last season. Top 100 Georgia commit
Dylan James,
Isaac Celiscar and
Jamie Phillips Jr. each averaged 13.4 points or more in 2021-22.
2021-22: 25-5
Breakdown: Behind top five Class of 2024 prospect
Dylan Harper, the Ironmen should be formidable again this season. Other key returners include
Evan Cabral and
Isaiah Brown.
2021-22: 23-4
Breakdown: Two-time defending Division II state champions graduate both first team all-state selections from last season, but are expected to be strong contenders to compete for the program's 11th state title. Kent State commit
Lance Hayes is the team's top returner.
2021-22: 28-5
Breakdown: The top-ranked team from the Bayou State lose just one key contributor from last season as
Chris Lockett Jr.,
Canin Jefferson and
Todd Jones are the top returners from last year's state title winning team.
2021-22: 28-3
Breakdown: Top 75 Pittsburgh commit
Jaland Lowe,
Chris Catchings and
Jaylen Reedus headline the top returners for a group that will be amongst the favorites to capture the Class 5A state title this season.
2021-22: 25-9
Breakdown: Top 100 Kansas State commit
Darrin Ames is joined by three-star junior transfer
Chris Riddle as the catalysts of a rebuilt Broncos rotation that lost numerous key pieces from last season.
2021-22: 25-3
Breakdown:
Fell to eventual state champion Perry in a two point triple-overtime
classic in the state semifinals last season. The Broncos are led by
Northern Arizona commit
Arman Madi and
Braeden Speed.
2021-22: 28-10
Breakdown: The Knights are among the top contenders to capture the program's first state title since 2014 and seventh overall after losing to eventual state champion Beaumont United for the second consecutive season in 2021-22.
2021-22: 23-9
Breakdown: Possess the size to compete with any team in the nation behind junior returners
Terry Copeland and
Brandon Benjamin. An influx of talented young prospects are expected to make an immediate impact for the Crusaders.
2021-22: 23-12
Breakdown: The Eagles are expected to be one of the top contenders to capture the Class 6A title after experiencing their struggles last season.
2021-22: 24-5
Breakdown: Return four starters from last season including top 150 Alabama commit
R.J. Johnson. The Tigers are favorites to capture their first state title since 1999 and third overall.
80. Norcross (Ga.)2021-22: 26-7
Breakdown: Coming off the program's sixth state title in the Peach State's largest classification, the Blue Devils will be a tough out again this season behind a strong mix of key returners and incoming transfers.
2021-22: 32-0
Breakdown: Following an unbeaten season that culminated with the Class 6 state championship, expectations remain high for the Hawks this season as they look for first team All-State selection
David King to lead the way.
2021-22: 31-8
Breakdown: Reached the Class 4A state quarterfinals before bowing out to eventual state champion Oak Faith Family Academy last season. The Cowboys return all major production from last season headlined by
Devin Lewis.
2021-22: 24-3
Breakdown: Top 100 junior
Liam Campbell is the catalyst for the reigning IHSAA Class 5A state champions. The storm compete in the Classic at Damien and Montverde Academy Invitational this season.
2021-22: 21-8
Breakdown: Reached the Class 7A state quarterfinals last season before falling to Seminole (Sanford) 67-62. A youthful rotation is spotlighted by top 70 sophomore
Jalen Reece,
Tyler Johnson and
Elijah Elliott.
2021-22: 21-8
Breakdown: Adding four-star senior
Jazz Gardner
to a team that returns each of its top three contributors from last
season could spell big things for the Wildcats. Boise State commit
Andrew Meadow,
James Evans and
Jaqari Miles each averaged 16.5 points or more last season.
2021-22: 28-3
Breakdown: Spent time in the national rankings last season but graduated most of their core. The Falcons still have the talent to make some noise this season but we will take a wait-and-see approach to start the year.
2021-22: 22-7
2021-22: 26-5
Breakdown:
Longtime head coach Gary McKnight has compiled a record of 1,214-127
with 39 league titles and 23 CIF Southern Section titles in 40 years at
the helm. Montana commit
Zack Davidson returns after leading the team in scoring last season.
2021-22: 28-4
Breakdown:
A pair of 7-foot seniors anchor the interior for the defending Class A Private state champions as Mississippi State pledge
Gai Chol and Georgia State commit
D.K. Manyiel form the tallest frontcourt in high school hoops.
2021-22: 24-4
Breakdown: An experienced core has compiled a 46-8 record over the past two seasons and advanced to the Class 5A state quarterfinals last season. Top 60 junior
Dallas Thomas,
Nate Coley,
Carson Backus and
Drake Marbley are the top returners.
2021-22: 23-9
Breakdown: After spending two years playing in North Carolina, top 20 senior
Mikey Williams
returns to the place he scored 77 points in a single game as a
freshman. Four-star forward
J.J. Taylor recently announced he would also
be joining the squad.
2021-22: 22-7
Breakdown: Top 40 sophomore
Alex Lloyd and
Jaylen Carey
return after strong campaigns last season that saw them finish first
and second on the team in scoring, respectively. Look for the Lions to be
a tough out in the Sunshine State.
2021-22: 20-4
Breakdown: The ninth and final team in the preseason Top 100 from the Golden State has built a model for consistency under longtime head coach Doug Mitchell with a record of 249-47 over the past decade.
2021-22: 26-7
Breakdown: The Condors are always a tough out in the Windy City behind under-the-radar talent and strong coaching and this season will be no different.
2021-22: 14-8
Breakdown: Three-star Penn State commit
Logan Imes leads a senior-laden group expected to be one of the top teams out of the Hoosier State.
2021-22: 19-11
Breakdown: The Longhorns advanced to the GHSA Class 6A state title game two years ago but fell just shy of winning the program's first state title. This group will be among the favorites in Class 5A this season behind top 50 junior
Peyton Marshall.
2021-22: 31-4
Breakdown: Top 40 junior
Labaron Philon will again be the catalyst for the Hornets after leading them to the AHSAA Class 7A state semifinals last season.
2021-22: 13-12
Breakdown: The return of five-star Iowa State commit
Omaha Biliew bolsters the Warriors roster in a major way. Waukee is looking for its second state title in the past three seasons.
2021-22: 9-15
Breakdown:
Despite struggling to string together wins last season, the Spartans
are up against one of the toughest schedules in high school basketball
playing in the NIBC. Bishop Walsh hopes to remain competitive this
season in the toughest conference in high school hoops.
2021-22: 24-8
Breakdown:
Although the Bulldogs lose four of their top five contributors to
graduation, a strong influx of talented transfers surround
under-the-radar sophomore
Dante Allen.
