
Roselle Catholic has visions of a national title.
Photo by Richard Ta
2015-16 New Jersey Preseason Boys Basketball Fab 5, presented by the Army National Guard
1. Roselle CatholicHead coach: Dave Boff
2014-15 record: 29-4
In under a decade, Boff has helped Roselle Catholic go from unknown to national powerhouse – and it doesn't look like the Lions are going away any time soon. Back from last season's Tournament of Champions title team are
Matt Bullock (6-4, Sr., G/F),
Peace Ilegomah (6-10, Sr., F/C) and
Nazreon Reid (6-9, So., F/C). The program hit the transfer jackpot, adding
Nate Pierre-Louis (6-3, Jr., G),
Andre Rafus (6-7, Jr., F), Atiba Taylor (6-3, So., G) and
Leondre Washington (6-0, Jr., G).
See last season's New Jersey boys basketball computer rankings2. St. Anthony (Jersey City)Head coach: Bob Hurley
2014-15 record: 28-2
Roselle Catholic has been a big thorn in the side of the legendary Hurley, knocking his Friars out of the playoffs each of the last three seasons. These Friars have the look of a team that could end that streak, however. Georgetown commit
Jagan Mosely (6-3, Sr., G) leads a talented cast that includes
Kaleb Bishop (6-7, Sr., G/F),
R.J. Cole (5-8, Jr., G),
Asante Gist (5-11, Sr., G) and
Daniel Mading (6-8, Jr., F).
See New Jersey boys basketball pro photo galleries3. Patrick School (Elizabeth)Head coach: Chris Chavannes
2014-15 record: 18-6
There was a lot to like about the Celtics a year ago but the season was marred by an ugly fighting incident at a December tournament. With that in the rear view, it's time for The Patrick School's talent to shine – and there is a lot of it.
Bryce Aiken (6-0, Sr., G),
Bul Ajang (6-10, Jr., F/C),
Jamir Harris (6-2, Jr., G),
Buay Koka (7-0, Sr., C),
Cyril Langevine (6-7, Sr., F) and
Nick Richards (6-11, Jr., C) are all future Division I players.
See last season's New Jersey boys basketball playoff brackets4. St. Joseph (Metuchen)Head coach: Dave Turco
2014-15 record: 21-5
Two years after winning it all with Karl-Anthony Towns, St. Joe's looks ready to make another run. That's because they are welcoming in Syracuse commit
Tyus Battle (6-5, Sr., G) and younger brother Khalif (6-2, Fr., G). They will team with holdover
Breein Tyree (6-2, Sr., G) – a recent Mississippi pledge – to give the Falcons one of the state's best backcourts.
See last season's New Jersey boys basketball stat leaders5. Seton Hall Prep (West Orange)Head coach: Kevin Williams
2014-15 record: 25-2
The Pirates return three of their top four scorers from 2014-15, including State Player of the Year candidate
T J Gibbs (6-3, Sr., G). The Notre Dame commit averaged 19.2 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game as a junior.