Four-star forward Lincoln Cosby commits to Michigan

Cosby reclassified from 2027 to 2026 and chose the Wolverines over other top programs.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Class of 2026 four-star recruit Lincoln Cosby has announced his commitment to play basketball at the University of Michigan. Cosby, a 6-foot-8 wing from Montverde Academy in Florida, originally was ranked as a top-10 recruit in the class of 2027 before deciding to reclassify to 2026. He chose Michigan over other offers from schools like Houston, Alabama, and Louisville.

Why it matters

Cosby's commitment is a major recruiting win for the Michigan basketball program, as he is considered one of the top prospects in the 2026 class. His decision to reclassify a year early also demonstrates his confidence in his abilities and readiness to compete at the highest collegiate level.

The details

Cosby spent last season playing for the Overtime Elite program, where he averaged 15.6 points, 11.6 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 1.7 blocks per game. He is the fifth member of Michigan's 2026 recruiting class, joining four-star recruits Quinn Costello and Joseph Hartman, three-star Malachi Brown, and Spanish center Marcus Moller.

  • Cosby originally was ranked as a top-10 recruit in the class of 2027.
  • Cosby made the decision to reclassify to the class of 2026.

The players

Lincoln Cosby

A 6-foot-8 wing from Montverde Academy in Florida, Cosby is a four-star recruit and the No. 45 overall prospect in the class of 2026 according to 247Sports.

Dusty May

The head coach of the Michigan basketball program, who has secured a highly-touted recruiting class for 2026.

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The takeaway

Cosby's commitment is a significant addition to Michigan's 2026 recruiting class, as the program continues to build a talented roster that can compete at the highest levels of college basketball.