3SSB Boys Circuit Recap 2025

🔥 Season Recap: 3SSB Heats Up the Summer:

The 2025 adidas 3SSB Circuit once again solidified its status as one of the premier platforms in grassroots basketball. From coast-to-coast sessions to a global showcase in Italy, this summer was filled with elite talent, breakout stars, and marquee matchups that reshaped the national landscape for the Class of 2026 and beyond.

🗓 Season Highlights

✅ Session I – Bryan, TX & Ladera Ranch, CA (May 2–4):
The opening weekend featured a wave of rising stars and nationally ranked prospects making early statements. The tone was set for a highly competitive summer.

✅ Session II – Council Bluffs, IA (May 16–18):
College coaches lined the sidelines during this live period stop. Teams like Game Elite, BABC, Midwest Basketball Club, Iowa United, and Washington Warriors went undefeated and turned heads.

✅ Palmetto Road Championships – Rock Hill, SC (July 9–13):
The grand finale in Rock Hill brought out NBA scouts, high-majors, and national media as high-stakes matchups, buzzer-beaters, and breakout performances stole the show. Key matchups in the Arena were televised on NBA TV.

🏆 Top Teams of the Circuit

Game Elite – Powered by 5-Star standout Caleb Holt and the electric guard Kevin Savage III, their mix of grit, athleticism, and backcourt dominance earned them the championship.
D1 Minnesota – Size, skill, and balance anchored by Iowa State commit Christian Wiggins.
New Heights – Led by elite guard duo Deron Rippey Jr. and Derrick Morton Rivera, they brought energy, highlights, and wins.
New World – Sparked by Neiko Mundey’s explosive play, they made a deep run in Rock Hill.
Indiana Elite – Disciplined and loaded with talent, led by Purdue commit Luke Ertel and 5-Star forward Anthony Thompson.
Wildcat Select – Guards Taylen Kinney and Adam Oumiddoch consistently delivered on both ends.
Team Loaded – Elite scoring and offensive execution, led by Latrell Almond.
ASAK Elite – Wings Bo Ogden and Billy White III brought high-level shot-making.
Compton Magic – Bruce Branch III and 6’11” Cameron Williams gave them a dominant front line.
Midwest Basketball Club – Fundamentally sound and always locked in on winning.
Washington Warriors – Guard Darius Bivins was a must-see every game.
Atlanta Celtics – Led by scorer Pops Dunson, they battled to the semi-finals.
BABC – A versatile group that played with power and precision.
Garner Road – One of the most athletic and exciting rosters on the circuit.

🌟 Standout Players by Category

Scoring Guards & Playmakers:

Deron Rippey Jr. (‘26) | New Heights – One of the most complete guards in the class. Shoots it, dunks it, and creates for others.
Kevin Savage III (‘27) | Game Elite – A crafty point guard with elite quickness, smooth pull-up, and high IQ.
Julian Lowe (‘27) | Team Loaded – Polished and explosive scorer with elite body control.
Jaylen Petty (‘25) | Dreamvision – Stanford commit and elite three-level scorer with poise.
Derick Johnson (‘26) | Open Gym Premier – Shifty and composed; dropped 24 in a marquee matchup.
Brandon Addison (‘26) | EG10 – Played downhill with relentless energy and toughness.
Neiko Mundey (‘26) | New World – Rose to the moment and energized the crowd with athletic, smart play.
Darius Bivins (‘26) | Washington Warriors – Lightning-quick and scores at all three levels.
Carlos Medlock Jr. (‘26) | Phenom United – Efficient, productive scorer all weekend.
Pops Dunson (‘26) | Atlanta Celtics – Flat-out bucket getter who carried his team to the Final Four.
Ashton Meeks (‘26) | Team Loaded – Clutch performer with deep range and explosiveness.
Amir Jenkins (‘25) | BABC – WVU-bound playmaker who can create and score in bunches.
Taylen Kinney (‘26) | Wildcat Select – One of the nation’s best; defended and scored with ease.
Derrick Morton Rivera (‘26) | New Heights – A reliable scorer with athleticism and clutch shooting.
Nathalio Gray Jr. (‘27) | Team Lillard – Impressive game with speed and athleticism, he showed out in the 16u championship game, leading his team to a victory. Stock will continue to rise.

Elite Wings:

Christian Wiggins (‘26) | D1 Minnesota – Iowa State commit and a silky scorer with length.
Caleb Holt (‘26) | Game Elite – Athletic, skilled, and dominant when it mattered most.
Bruce Branch III (‘27) | Compton Magic – A future pro with an all-around scoring game.
Christopher Portela (‘26) | Compton Magic – High-motor sniper who hit timely shots.
Jyi Dawkins (‘26) | Garner Road – Athletic, left-handed finisher with defensive intensity.
Dikembe Shaw (‘26) | Indiana Elite – Physically gifted and dominant on both ends.
Will Dopfer (‘26) | Game Elite – Constant movement and impact; major stock riser.
Jayln Collingwood (‘26) | New World – Competitive athlete who boosted his profile.
Colben Landrew (‘26) | Game Elite – Strong, skilled wing who’s now attracting HM interest.
Bo Ogden (‘26) | ASAK Elite – Elite efficiency and a matchup problem for defenses.
Jadyn Coon (‘26) | D1 Minnesota – Creighton commit who made big plays in big games.
Anthony Thompson (‘26) | Indiana Elite – Elite scorer with length and composure.
Alex Egbuonu (‘26) | BABC – Strong wing who hit shots and finished through contact.
Adam Oumiddoch (‘26) | Wildcat Select – Two-way wing who brought consistency every game.
Nolen Anderson (‘26) | D1 Minnesota – Emerging scorer who made defenses pay from deep.
Jordan Page (‘27) | Garner Road – Aggressive and explosive wing with big upside.
Abdou Toure (‘26) | BABC – Athletic slasher who scored and defended with authority.

Floor Generals:

Luke Ertel (‘26) | Indiana Elite – Purdue commit who ran the show and led with poise.
Warren Keel Jr. (‘26) | Mass Rivals – Calm, collected, and effective on both ends.
Louis Okeefe (‘26) | Garner Road – High-IQ guard who generated clean looks all weekend.
Tre Keith (‘26) | AE5 – Competitive leader who made winning plays.
Beau Billingsley (‘26) | Southern Assault – Controlled the pace and locked up opposing guards.
Cedric Tomes (‘26) | D1 Minnesota – Quick, fearless, and efficient under pressure.
Chase Richardson (‘27) | TJ Ford Elite – An aggressive driver he can score and make plays for others in the paint.

Dominant Bigs:

Cameron Williams (‘26) | Compton Magic – Skilled big who stretches the floor and protects the rim.
Maxime Meyer (‘26) | Lu Dort Elite – A 7’1” shooter and rim protector with pro upside.
Arafan Diane (‘26) | Iowa United – Physical post with great touch and rebounding instincts.
William Stevens (‘26) | Upward Stars – Versatile and intelligent big man.
Symon Ghai (‘26) | SE Elite – 7’3” mobile rim protector with elite timing.
Davion Adkins (‘26) | Southern Assault – High-energy big who played through contact.
Latrell Almond (‘26) | Team Loaded – Multi-dimensional forward who finishes with power.
Cody Peck (‘26) | Garner Road – 7-footer with range and shot-blocking instincts.
Heimir Helgason (‘26) | Garner Road – 6’9” modern forward who spaces the floor.
Alan Horton (‘26) | Midwest Basketball Club – Miami (OH) commit; gritty, dependable post presence.
Frank Siaca Bey (‘26) | New World – He was a problem in the post with great footwork and touch around the rim. Made some timely plays in the stretch in big moments.

📈 Future Stars on the Rise:

Marcus Boyd (‘28) | 99OVR – Scored in volume and showed elite shooting touch.
Caleb Lundy (‘27) | New Heights – Dynamic two-way guard with top-tier potential.
Reggie Evans Jr. (‘28) | Austin Rivers Select – Efficient, skilled scorer with big upside.
Joshua Leonard (‘27) | Upward Stars – Explosive slasher and elite defender.
Nasir Anderson (‘27) | Game Elite – ESPN #32 with physicality and polish.
RJ Moore (‘27) | Garner Road – Athletic, skilled, and aggressive on both ends.
Joey Jakstys (‘28) | Breakaway Basketball – 6’7” wing who can shoot and handle.
Keonte Smith (‘28) | Midwest Basketball Club – 5-Star scorer who led his team to the 15U title.
Kypton Norris (‘28) | Midwest Basketball Club – Steady, skilled guard who impressed in the championship.
Ryland Groom (‘28) | 99OVR – Knock down shooter, he impressed on the big stage, filling it up from deep or getting downhill to the rim and finishing.
King Bacot (‘29) | Team Loaded – 8th grader playing up, he’s one of the top young prospects in the country. Someone to keep a close eye on as he continues to perform.

Others to Watch:

Jaylen Smith (‘27) | Team Lillard
Bryce Curry (‘27) | Phenom United | Offers Stetson, Duquesne, Akron
Thomas Vickery (‘27) | Upward Stars | Offers Ohio & Tulane
Jayden L Johnson (‘27) | New Heights
Kamari Whyte (‘27) | New Heights
Makai Ragland (‘27) | Team Loaded | Offers Oklahoma State
Cooper Zachary (‘27) | Indiana Elite | Offers from Nevada, Eastern Illinois, Kent State, CS Bakersfield
Jason Gardner (‘27) | Indiana Elite | Offers from Cincinnati, ND, DePaul, Indiana, Ohio State, Texas, UNLV
Noah Bell (‘27) | Wildcat Select | Offer from Pitt
Griffin Starks (‘27) | Wildcat Select | Offers from penn State, Cincinnati, West Virginia, Penn State, Florida State, Ohio
Jaylan Virgil (‘27) | Jalen Green Elite | Offers from Pepperdine & Hampton
Trey Price (‘27) | Jalen Green Elite | Offer from Utah Tech
AJ Stewart (‘27) | K-Low Elite | Offer from LaSalle
Silas Graham (‘27) | K-Low Elite | Offer from Drexel
Jeffrey Williams (‘27) | Atlanta Celtics | Offers from Oklahoma State, Florida State, Georgia State
Taj Saragba (‘27) | Atlanta Celtics | Offer from Kennesaw State
Nick Welch (‘27) | Compton Magic | Offers from UNLV, Pepperdine, UC Irvine, Nevada, Stanford, U of San Francisco

🏁 Final Thoughts:

The 2025 adidas 3SSB Circuit delivered across the board—competitive fire, national exposure, and elite-level development. From Caleb Holt’s leadership and Bruce Branch III’s breakout to Bo Ogden’s scoring bursts, the circuit served as the ultimate proving ground.
Whether in Council Bluffs’ packed gyms or under the Rock Hill lights, 3SSB continues to raise the bar for grassroots basketball.