Ikenna Alozie

The best high school basketball players in the world took center stage on Saturday night at the Nike Hoop Summit. In the end, the Grind Session’s three participating stars in the men’s game – AJ Dybantsa (Utah Prep) Mikel Brown, Jr. (DME Academy), and Ikenna Alozie (Dream City Christian) – lived up to their hype.

Dybantsa and Brown starred for Team USA, while Alozie impressed as a member of the World squad.

Team USA edged out the World team in a thrilling 124–114 overtime victory.

AJ Dybantsa, Mikel Brown Jr, Ikenna Alozie, Bella Hines, and Nyadieng Yiech to battle this weekend in the elite showcase of tomorrow's college, NBA/WNBA stars.

Five Grind Session stars have been named to the USA and World rosters for the 26th Nike Hoop Summit, which features a men's and women's game between the top high school seniors in the country and the best prospects from around the world.

Darryn Peterson and Prolific Prep headline a field stacked with future college and professional talent.

Some of the country’s best men’s and women’s high school basketball players are set to battle in Phoenix this weekend (January 31 - February 2) when the Grind Session Duel in the Desert showcase returns to the Valley of the Sun.

The three-day event will feature 25 teams from 12 states, 29 games, and an impressive roster of the nation’s Top 30-rated prospects.

Prolific Prep, Utah Prep, and Dream City Christian considered early contenders to challenge for the national championship

Three Grind Session teams will begin the 2024-25 high school boys basketball campaign as early contenders for the national championship, having recently been ranked in the MaxPreps National Preseason Top 10.

Dream City Christian, led by seasoned head coach Kyle Weaver, brings a high-powered roster to the Grind Session stage, set to face off against Balboa School on Saturday, November 2 at 5:00 PM, and Colorado Prep on Sunday, November 3 at 12:30 PM. Catch every play live on TanagerSports.tv.

With the 2024-25 mens’ high school basketball season upon us, teams across the country and Canada, are gearing up for what promises to be a competitive Grind Session campaign. From perennial powerhouses to up-and-coming programs, here’s a look at key storylines and top players.