The 2026 Adidas 3SSB Palmetto Road Championships brought together a strong field of talent, competitive matchups, and high-level performances across the grassroots stage. With teams looking to make statements and players aiming to separate themselves in front of evaluators, the event delivered the kind of intensity that makes championship settings stand out. Guards controlled tempo, wings showcased versatility, and bigs impacted games with physicality and presence around the rim. From breakout performances to statement wins, the weekend provided plenty of names, moments, and storylines worth tracking.
Colt Fowler — 2027, 5-10 Guard, Upward Stars 3SSB
Fowler is a quick and competitive floor general who brings confidence and energy to the backcourt. He handles pressure effectively, changes speeds to reach the paint and makes sound decisions once the defense collapses. His ability to manage possessions and keep teammates involved gives him value as an offensive organizer.
Josh Leonard — 2027, 6-7 Wing, Upward Stars 3SSB
Leonard is a versatile wing whose size and athleticism translate to both ends of the floor. He attacks closeouts, finishes around the basket and contributes on the glass. His mobility and length allow him to defend several positions, disrupt passing lanes and remain active away from the ball.
Jordan Page — 2027, 6-6 Guard, Garner Road Basketball Club
Page is a large perimeter creator with the skill and athleticism to produce in multiple roles. He can initiate offense, get downhill and finish over smaller defenders while locating open teammates when help arrives. His rebounding ability and defensive range strengthen his projection as a multidimensional guard.
Darius Wabbington — 2027, 6-9 Forward, Compton Magic
Wabbington is a long, active forward who brings mobility and vertical presence to the frontcourt. He runs the floor hard, finishes above the rim and attacks the glass on both ends. His ability to cover ground defensively, challenge shots and protect the paint makes him an impactful interior presence.
Yann Kamagate — 2028, 7-1 Center, Compton Magic
Kamagate immediately stands out because of his tremendous size and length. He gives his team a dependable target near the basket, creates second-chance opportunities and occupies considerable space in the lane. Defensively, he alters shots, protects the rim and forces opposing players to adjust their approach around the basket.
Abdul Rashid Issah — 2028, 6-8 Forward, New World
Issah is a mobile forward with the physical tools to influence the game in several ways. He runs the floor well, finishes in traffic and uses his reach to rebound outside his area. His movement skills give him the flexibility to defend in space, switch assignments and provide help around the rim.
Kamsi Awaka — 2027, 6-10 Center, New Heights NYC
Awaka is a strong and physical interior player who establishes himself through effort and toughness. He carves out position, finishes through contact and pursues rebounds with purpose. His strength, activity and willingness to challenge opponents around the basket allow him to control stretches of the game inside.
Antonio Pemberton — 2027, 6-1 Guard, Mass Rivals 3SSB
Pemberton is a composed playmaker who uses quickness and changes of direction to keep defenders off balance. He creates separation, penetrates gaps and consistently looks to generate quality opportunities for those around him. His confidence and ability to apply pressure at the point of attack stand out on both ends.
Jalen Davis — 2027, 6-4 Guard, Slow Grind Elite
Davis is a smooth perimeter guard with a balanced combination of scoring and facilitating ability. He creates space off the bounce, attacks openings and makes poised reads when additional defenders rotate toward the ball. His length also allows him to rebound effectively and handle multiple defensive assignments.
Jacoby Briscoe — 2027, 6-6 Guard/Forward, Washington Warriors
Briscoe is a versatile wing capable of contributing as a scorer, rebounder and secondary creator. He attacks closeouts with purpose, finishes through contact and makes plays in transition. His size and mobility give him the defensive flexibility to match up with guards, wings and forwards.
Jordan Hunter — 2027, 6-2 Guard, Team Loaded
Hunter is an aggressive backcourt creator who plays with confidence and keeps constant pressure on the defense. He changes pace effectively, generates separation and attacks before opponents can get set. His ability to make timely reads and compete at the point of attack adds to his overall value.
Kamari White — 2027, 6-5 Guard, New Heights NYC
White is a long and athletic guard who can operate in several areas of the floor. He uses his size to attack smaller defenders, absorb contact and finish around the basket. His length also shows up as a rebounder and defender, giving him the versatility to contribute across multiple perimeter roles.
Jashawn Coffey — 2028, 6-0 Guard, Phenom United
Coffey is a confident ball-handler who plays with poise and maintains strong control of the offense. He uses hesitation moves and changes of speed to reach productive areas of the floor. Once inside the defense, he shows the awareness to finish, pull up or deliver the ball to an open teammate.
Marcus Boyd — 2028, 6-3 Guard, 99 OVR
Boyd is a steady perimeter guard with natural scoring instincts and developing playmaking ability. He remains comfortable against pressure, creates space with his handle and attacks gaps decisively. His ability to process the game while moving allows him to contribute without disrupting the flow of the offense.
Jeremiah Evans — 2028, 6-9 Forward, Anthony Edwards Five
Evans is a mobile frontcourt player with the size and athleticism to make an impact in transition and around the basket. He runs the floor, finishes with length and provides activity on the glass. Defensively, he covers ground well, contests shots and has the versatility to handle different frontcourt matchups.
Blaze Johnson — 2028, 6-4 Guard, Atlanta Celtics
Johnson is a confident scoring guard who combines positional size with athleticism and creativity. He can generate offense off the dribble, turn the corner and finish through contact. His willingness to facilitate, rebound and defend gives him the potential to develop into a complete two-way perimeter player.
Kelvin Anderson Jr. — 2028, 6-2 Guard, Team Loaded
Anderson is a quick and competitive guard who brings pace and offensive pressure to the backcourt. He uses a tight handle and sharp changes of speed to shake defenders and enter the lane. His confidence, decision-making and effort defensively allow him to contribute beyond his scoring.
K’Nard Callender — 2027, 6-8 Wing/Forward, MBJ Elite
Callender is an intriguing wing with excellent size, mobility and perimeter ability. He attacks closeouts, finishes around the basket and can create offense from different spots on the floor. His length helps him rebound, contest shots and defend across several positions.
Jaquavion Gilmore — 2027, 6-7 Forward, Atlanta Celtics
Gilmore is an energetic forward who uses his athleticism to make plays in transition and around the rim. He runs the floor hard, pursues rebounds and finishes effectively in traffic. His mobility gives him the ability to defend in space, provide help coverage and challenge shots from different areas.
Jayden Austin — 2027, 6-2 Guard, Louisiana Future
Austin is a composed, highly athletic guard who brings scoring versatility, ball-handling and steady decision-making to the backcourt. He creates off the dribble, attacks the lane and plays through contact without losing control. His explosiveness and ability to contribute as a scorer, facilitator and perimeter defender make him a valuable two-way presence.
Devin Bolden — 2027, 6-8 Forward, EG10 Basketball
Bolden is a versatile forward who blends size, mobility and athleticism. He fills the lane in transition, finishes around the basket and uses his reach to secure rebounds. His ability to defend in space, rotate as a help defender and contest shots gives him considerable value on the defensive end.
Nolan Nelson — 2027, 6-8 Wing/Power Forward, Austin Rivers SE Elite
Nelson is a positionally flexible forward with the ability to operate inside and along the perimeter. He can attack slower defenders off the bounce, finish through contact and provide spacing away from the basket. His length, mobility and rebounding allow him to handle a variety of assignments on both ends.
Kaden Irwin — 2028, 6-3 Guard, Louisiana Future
Irwin is a poised guard who provides size, confidence and versatility on the perimeter. He creates space off the dribble, attacks available lanes and makes timely passes when the defense commits. His ability to function on or off the ball gives his team flexibility in different lineup combinations.
Jaydon Francis — 2027, 6-1 Guard, Louisiana Future
Francis is a tough and competitive guard who plays with speed and purpose. He uses his handle to navigate pressure, turns the corner aggressively and creates opportunities for himself and others. His change of pace, decision-making and willingness to defend the ball make him a dependable backcourt presence.
Miles Alexander — 2028, 6-0 Guard, Tennessee Impact
Alexander is a shifty backcourt creator who plays with confidence and strong command of the ball. He changes speeds effectively, creates separation and gets into the paint, where he can finish or locate open teammates. His poise, quick decision-making and ability to generate offense make him a player to follow at the 2026 Adidas 3SSB Palmetto Road Championships.