2025 Recruiting: AJ Dybantsa reclassifies to 2025

[HooperScooper]

Everyone knew it was coming. Maybe UConn will get the #1 rated recruit 2 years in a row.

“Just so that my recruitment can be impacted a little bit more," Dybantsa told 247Sports when asked why he decided to reclassify. "Nobody is expecting it now. Everybody expects people to do it at the last second and I don’t want to be that last second guy. I just wanted to do it ahead of that.”

From No. 1 to No. 1: AJ Dybantsa discusses his reclassification from 2026 to 2025 and early recruiting options

AJ Dybantsa is still ranked No. 1 after reclassifying from 2026 to 2025.

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AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 recruit in Class of 2026, will reclassify and become the top prospect in 2025

Dybantsa, a five-star power forward from Prolific Prep in Napa, California, announced his decision on CBS Sports HQ

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No. 1 prospect in 2026 AJ Dybantsa reclassifies to 2025

Needham (Mass.) Prolific Prep small forward AJ Dybantsa has announced that he is reclassifying from the 2026 cycle to 2025. Dybantsa was the consensus No. 1 overall player in the 2026 cycle and already holds offers from the likes of Alabama, Auburn, Michigan and Texas. He now becomes the No. 1...

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[husky429]

No surprise. Should still be #1 in the class. He and Flagg are the best high school players in the country regardless of class by my eye. Some real talent from New England right now.

 

[AntG168]

Should we feel optimistic? I don’t see any other blue bloods on that list

 

[TheHorde]

Should we feel optimistic? I don’t see any other blue bloods on that list

Not with Providence on the list, no.

 

[HooperScooper]

Should we feel optimistic? I don’t see any other blue bloods on that list

He was 2026 until today. It's early. Everyone will make a run at him. He's mentioned UConn prominently before so I'd say we have a chance.

Article from earlier this year:

“It’s definitely a consideration [to stay home in the Northeast]. I don’t have any specific schools I want to go to but, it’s definitely a consideration,” said Dybantsa

One school that may be hard to turn down is UConn, as they recently offered Dybantsa.

“[It’s] exciting, I know that they just won a national championship, so it’s a blessing. Any offer is really a blessing,” said Dybantsa.

Class of 2026 star AJ Dybantsa wants to put Brockton, Mass. (back) on the map | Zagsblog

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[TheHorde]

He was 2026 until today. It's early. Everyone will make a run at him. He's mentioned UConn prominently before so I'd say we have a chance.

Would having the Boozer twins commit to Duke preclude them from getting AJ?

 

[WrenchFan69]

Should we feel optimistic? I don’t see any other blue bloods on that list

We should feel some level of optimism because we have an amazing staff and program he's a New England kid who probably wants to play for a great coach. The recruiting giants are/will be on him. Frankly leaving New England is maybe not a great indicator for our chances but we will see when the time comes.

 

[husky429]

Should we feel optimistic? I don’t see any other blue bloods on that list

Going over to Prolific Prep instead of Brewster probably won't help us. But we're recruiting with the big dogs now and should have as good of a shot as anyone.

 

[HooperScooper]

Going over to Prolific Prep instead of Brewster probably won't help us. But we're recruiting with the big dogs now and should have as good of a shot as anyone.

He went to Prolific Prep because his father knew their coach.

“My dad knew coach Ryan [Bernardi],”said Dybantsa.

“We met coach Ryan a while ago. Ever since I took the visit. I felt like that’s where I needed to be, both aspects [academics and basketball]. ...Their development program was a big part of it. Their coaching staff was a big part of it. They have a lot of coaches, so there are eyes on you a lot. You’re not going to be able to slack off at all. That’s what I need if I’m going to be far away from home.”

AJ Dybantsa, the nation’s top-ranked freshman basketball player, is transferring from St. Sebastian’s to Prolific Prep in California - The Boston Globe

Dybantsa, born and raised in Brockton, is ranked No. 1 in ESPN’s Class of 2026 recruiting rankings.

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[AntG168]

Going over to Prolific Prep instead of Brewster probably won't help us. But we're recruiting with the big dogs now and should have as good of a shot as anyone.

I would think landing flagg would go a long way here

 

[StllH8L8ner]

should have as good of a shot as anyone.

Even Providence?

 

[JonnyRI]

Even Providence?

Definitely Providence !!!

 

[TheHorde]

Definitely Providence !!!

They have as good a chance as anyone

 

[FlippinCrazy!]

How many recruits has Hurley offered 4-5 years in advance? It’s not surprising given he was #1 in 2026, but think it’s at least a good sign the staff is fairly serious about going after this kid and not just a shot in the dark.

 

[HuskyFich]

How many recruits has Hurley offered 4-5 years in advance? It’s not surprising given he was #1 in 2026, but think it’s at least a good sign the staff is fairly serious about going after this kid and not just a shot in the dark.

Healthy recruiting practices at its finest.

 

[HooperScooper]

No surprise. Should still be #1 in the class. He and Flagg are the best high school players in the country regardless of class by my eye. Some real talent from New England right now.

“I want to go to a school that has a family atmosphere and a winning culture,” Dybantsa said. “When I go to school, the goal is to win March Madness. So, a family atmosphere, a winning culture, and a program that can get me to the next level, which is the NBA for me. That is the goal.”

“Right now, college is my main option; that is the process we are going through, Dybantsa said. “But, the G-League and Overseas will be something we definitely talk about as an option.”

I get this feeling we don't see him in college. Even though he promised his mother he'd spend 1 year in college.

AJ Dybantsa Reclassifies and Moves Into the No. 1 Spot in 2025 - A Breakdown

On3's Jamie Shaw breaks down AJ Dybantsa's game and why the 6-8 forward remains the No. 1 player in his class upon reclassification.

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A polished offensive game makes AJ Dybantsa a slam-dunk for No. 1 in 2025 class

AJ Dybantsa is officially a member of the class of 2025, announcing his reclassification in an exclusive interview on CBS Sports HQ.Dybantsa, who will turn 17 in January, is

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[husky429]

I get this feeling we don't see him in college. Even though he promised his mother he'd spend 1 year in college.

I agree. Take online classes while you're in the g-league or something so mama feels better.

 

[HooperScooper]

Should we feel optimistic? I don’t see any other blue bloods on that list

Not sure if this is just an educated guess or there's real information behind it.

Keep an eye on these few schools -- Alabama, UConn, USC, Duke and Kentucky.

https://www.madehoops.com/made-society/articles/ajreclass.aspx

 

[FlippinCrazy!]

Healthy recruiting practices at its finest.

Well I was thinking Hurley hardly ever offers super early, unlike guys like Boeheim trying to get more 8th graders than a candy man in a white van. The fact that Hurley offered so early is promising. Who’s got the candy now!?

 

[navery12]

 

[Drame]

Not with Providence on the list, no.

Is everyone on this site a dad. Everyone, please retire this joke. No offense TheHorde.

 

[alexd]

Is everyone on this site a dad. Everyone, please retire this joke. No offense TheHorde.

No. And no.
And bite your tongue.

 

[WisePig]

The one positive I see in NIL money is that it should keep less players from skipping college for the G league or traveling overseas at age 18. We certainly check all the boxes with a winning culture, family atmosphere and getting players into the league.

 

[TheHorde]

Is everyone on this site a dad. Everyone, please retire this joke. No offense TheHorde.

Never

 

[Verne]

The one positive I see in NIL money is that it should keep less players from skipping college for the G league or traveling overseas at age 18

Yes certainly the only positive...

I still point to Zion a million times over about the power of college basketball. He went to Duke and made himself absolute truck loads of money. There were a ton of people skeptical about what sort of player he'd be in college or in the pros. A lot of questions about his HS and AAU competition. Say whatever you want about him as a pro but his career value was almost entirely earned in one year at Duke. No other avenue would have given him that level of exposure.