Top 3 DFW High School Basketball Players to Watch in 2026-2027

Three standout players are already generating buzz ahead of the 2026-2027 high school basketball season. Lanae Dallas of Lincoln High School earned 4A Division 2 MVP honors as a sophomore while leading the Lady Tigers to back-to-back state titles with her elite defense and scoring ability.

Duncanville's Christopher "Deuce" Hunt brings smooth perimeter scoring and championship experience, having averaged 17 points per game against top competition. Grand Prairie's Steven McLeod emerged as a force during the 2026 playoffs, posting averages of 29 points and 12 rebounds to push the Gophers to a regional final. All three share a competitive mentality that will electrify arenas across Dallas-Fort Worth next season.