As the Big 12 Player of the Year, Toppin averaged 18.2 points and 9.4 rebounds in his sophomore season. At 6’9″, 225 pounds, he’s a freakish athlete who can jump out of the gym, constantly overwhelming the opposition with how easily he moves with the ball.
Dybantsa is another five-star freshman. Although he is not the top-ranked prospect, he easily enters the best situation for success of the three who find themselves in the top 10. At 6’9″, Dybantsa is extremely athletic and lengthy, making him a versatile two-way wing.
Ranked right above or below Boozer — depending on which recruiting service you look at — Peterson is an easy mover at the combo guard position and looked to be a man amongst boys at the high school level despite being just 6’5″ and 195 pounds. His talent, matched with maturity, will lead to a very successful season in 2026.
Though he had a dud of a game and faltered down the stretch in the national championship game, make no mistake, Sharp is one of the best players in the country and will assume an even bigger role as a senior.
The Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year, Tugler, took on many of the conference’s best talents and shut them down. At 6’8″ and 230 pounds, he’s strong while not sacrificing his quickness — key components to being a great defender.
