Rivals 2026 Rankings Shake-Up: Biggest Risers + What It Means | Next Gen Hoops

The Rivals 2026 rankings update is here, and the guys break down the biggest movers and the thought process behind the board. Jamie Shaw explains how Rivals balances film study, upside, archetypes, and NBA-style projection as the final update approaches after the All-Star circuit. The crew dives deep into why Dylan Mingo remains the No. 1 point guard despite injury, how Abdul-Toray’s two-way ceiling is rapidly expanding, and what led to Dean Rueckert’s massive jump in the rankings. The episode also spotlights major risers like Quinton Coleman, Dakari Spear, and Lucas Murillo, before closing with a detailed recruiting rundown on the top uncommitted players and how the transfer portal is reshaping decision timelines. WATCH to the podcast:SUBSCRIBE to Field of 68 Daily: https://https://fieldof68.beehiiv.com/Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shop  The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGMThe Field of 68 merch store is now LIVESUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube ChannelSUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 DailyFOLLOW:* Twitter* Instagram* Youtubehttps://thefieldof68.comGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLERCO, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WYCall 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY)Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Next Gen Hoops Pod breaks down the newly announced McDonald’s All-American rosters and what they reveal about the 2026 class. Jamie Shaw Joe Tipton and Ani Umana dive into positional balance standout selections notable snubs and why the practices often matter more than the game itself. The crew discusses ranking volatility late bloomers high floor versus high ceiling prospects and which players have the most to gain during All-American week in front of NBA decision makers. WATCH to the podcast:SUBSCRIBE to Field of 68 Daily: https://https://fieldof68.beehiiv.com/Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shop  The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGMThe Field of 68 merch store is now LIVESUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube ChannelSUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 DailyFOLLOW:* Twitter* Instagram* Youtubehttps://thefieldof68.comGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLERCO, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WYCall 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY)Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani Umana, Joe Tipton, and Jamie Shaw break down Jamie’s latest NBA Big Board and dive deep into how the 2024–25 season is shaping draft stock across college basketball. The guys discuss the clear top tier of the draft, debate lottery potential for players like Braden Berris, and highlight under-the-radar prospects who are quietly climbing boards.   The conversation also covers freshmen development, why fit matters more than hype, and how players like Keaton Wagler and Nate Ament are redefining expectations. The episode closes with detailed grassroots recruiting intel, including updates on five-star prospects, NIL dynamics, and the risks and rewards of waiting to commit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton to react to all the action from HoopHall. The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGMStart earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVESUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube ChannelSUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 DailyFOLLOW:* Twitter* Instagram* Youtubehttps://thefieldof68.comGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLERCO, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WYCall 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY)Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani Umana is joined by Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton to break down the top PG’s in CBB and who can take down Arizona as the best team in College Basketball? The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGMStart earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVESUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube ChannelSUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 DailyFOLLOW:* Twitter* Instagram* Youtubehttps://thefieldof68.comGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLERCO, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WYCall 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY)Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani Umana is joined by Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton to break down whether Darryn Peteron’s injury concerns have altered his draft stock and then they debate whether certain fringe NBA Draft picks in college basketball right now should stay in CBB or declare for the NBA Draft after the season. The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGMStart earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVESUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube ChannelSUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 DailyFOLLOW:* Twitter* Instagram* Youtubehttps://thefieldof68.comGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLERCO, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WYCall 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY)Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:00 Intro & Episode Overview04:30 Field of 68 NBA Mock Draft Reaction08:10 AJ Dybantsa vs Darryn Peterson – No. 1 Pick Debate16:30 Point Guard Rankings27:30 Cam Boozer vs Caleb Wilson41:00 Nate Ament at Tennessee – Struggles, Upside, Draft Stock52:30 Late-Round & Undrafted NBA Prospects to Watch On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani Umana is joined by Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton to break down the latest NBA Draft conversations across high school and college basketball. The trio reacts to Field of 68’s 2026 NBA Mock Draft, debates the No. 1 overall pick race between AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, evaluates the point guard class led by Kingston Fleming and Mikel Brown Jr., and compares Cam Boozer and Caleb Wilson through the lens of NBA upside and team fit. They also discuss Nate Ament’s uneven start at Tennessee and what it means for his draft stock before closing with under-the-radar second-round and undrafted prospects who could impact winning at the next level. The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGMStart earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68Download the VLTED app hereDownload Rithmm hereThe Field of 68 merch store is now LIVESUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube ChannelSUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 DailyFOLLOW:* Twitter* Instagram* Youtubehttps://thefieldof68.comGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLERCO, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WYCall 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY)Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Next Gen crew — Ani Umana, Jamie Shaw, and Joe Tipton — break down what is wrong the Mark Pope and Kentucky, freshman power rankings, and they react to an anonymous NBA executives take on Duke’s Cam Boozer.  WATCH to the podcast:SUBSCRIBE to Field of 68 Daily: https://https://fieldof68.beehiiv.com/Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shopFOLLOW US!@TheFieldof68@ani_Umana@jamieshaw5@tiptoneditsSign up for UNIFYD Healing here!The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGMStart earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68Download the VLTED app hereDownload Rithmm hereThe Field of 68 merch store is now LIVESUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube ChannelSUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 DailyFOLLOW:* Twitter* Instagram* Youtubehttps://thefieldof68.comGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLERCO, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WYCall 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY)Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani, Jamie, and Joe dive deep into a loaded week of high school basketball and recruiting buzz. The crew breaks down CJ Rosser’s breakout performance at Thanksgiving Hoops Fest, Marcus Spears’ relentless motor, and why Beckham Black is turning the corner as one of the most intriguing guards in the 2027 class.They also get into the latest recruiting chatter—Duke, UNC, Kentucky, LSU, and more—and discuss which programs truly won signing day. Jamie and Joe share their insights on Michigan State’s standout class, the importance of relationships in the NIL era, and what fans should expect as AAU season approaches.If you love following the next wave of elite talent, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.WATCH to the podcast:SUBSCRIBE to Field of 68 Daily: https://https://fieldof68.beehiiv.com/Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shopFOLLOW US!@TheFieldof68@ani_Umana@jamieshaw5@tiptoneditsSign up for UNIFYD Healing here!The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGMStart earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68Download the VLTED app hereDownload Rithmm hereThe Field of 68 merch store is now LIVESUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube ChannelSUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 DailyFOLLOW:* Twitter* Instagram* Youtubehttps://thefieldof68.comGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLERCO, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WYCall 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY)Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.