The Times' 2025-26 All-Star boys' basketball team

A look at the top high school basketball players in California for the 2025-26 season

Mar. 22, 2026 at 11:05am

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The Los Angeles Times has announced its All-Star boys' basketball team for the 2025-26 season, featuring standout players from across the state. The team includes top scorers, rebounders, and all-around talents who led their high school squads to successful seasons.

Why it matters

The annual All-Star team selection is a prestigious honor that recognizes the best young basketball talent in California. These players have demonstrated exceptional skills on the court and will likely go on to successful college and professional careers.

The details

The 2025-26 All-Star team is headlined by Brandon McCoy of Sierra Canyon, who averaged 19.2 points and 7.4 rebounds, and Jason Crowe Jr. of Inglewood, the state's all-time leading scorer with 4,718 points. Other standouts include Drew Anderson of Santa Margarita, Joe Sterling of Harvard-Westlake, and Christian Collins of St. John Bosco.

  • The 2025-26 season took place from November 2025 to March 2026.
  • The Los Angeles Times announced the All-Star team on March 22, 2026.

The players

Brandon McCoy

A 6-5 senior from Sierra Canyon High School who was the co-MVP of the Mission League, averaging 19.2 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.

Jason Crowe Jr.

A 6-3 senior from Inglewood High School who is the state's all-time leading scorer with 4,718 points and averaged 43.6 points this season.

Drew Anderson

A 6-10 senior from Santa Margarita High School who was the co-MVP of the Trinity League, averaging 20 points and 10 rebounds per game.

Joe Sterling

A 6-4 senior from Harvard-Westlake High School who has been one of the state's best three-point shooters, averaging 21.4 points and 5.8 rebounds per game.

Christian Collins

A 6-9 senior from St. John Bosco High School who is a McDonald's All-American and USC commit, averaging 25 points, 12 rebounds, and 4 assists per game.

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What’s next

The selected players will now turn their attention to the next phase of their basketball careers, with many headed to top college programs in the fall.

The takeaway

This year's All-Star team showcases the exceptional talent and depth of high school basketball in California, with players who have the potential to make a big impact at the collegiate and professional levels in the years to come.