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BREAKING: No. 3 Recruit Christian Collins Picks USC OVER Kentucky and Louisville! INSTANT REACTION! Plus, Bruch Branch to BYU and Caleb Holt to Arizona!
Next Gen Hoops with Tipton, Shaw and Umana: An On3 and F68 Podcast›
Mar 18, 202623:36
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The Next Gen Hoops crew breaks down a massive commitment episode featuring three of the top prospects in the 2026 class. Five-star forward Christian Collins commits to USC and Eric Musselman, giving the Trojans another elite recruiting win. The guys dive into Collins’ late-blooming rise, two-way upside, and how he fits alongside USC’s loaded class.
They also discuss Bruce Branch committing to BYU and why his versatility, feel, and “connector” skill set make him a perfect fit in Kevin Young’s system. Plus, Caleb Holt’s decision to choose Arizona over Alabama and how his defensive dominance and improving offensive game could make him an immediate impact player for Tommy Lloyd.
The episode also explores NIL realities in recruiting, why fit still matters more than money, and what makes this 2026 class unique with its late bloomers and high upside prospects.
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