East Lansing's K.J. Torbert named 2025-26 Detroit News boys basketball Dream Team

The Mr. Basketball award winner led East Lansing to a standout season.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 8:22pm

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic movements of a high school basketball player, with sharp geometric shapes and vibrant colors conveying the energy and skill of the athlete.The Detroit News' selection of East Lansing's K.J. Torbert as the 2025-26 boys basketball Dream Team captain reflects his dominant senior season performance.East Lansing Today

The Detroit News has announced its 2025-26 boys basketball All-State Dream Team, with East Lansing senior guard K.J. Torbert earning the top honor. Torbert, the Mr. Basketball award winner, averaged over 25 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game to help lead East Lansing to a standout season.

Why it matters

The Detroit News' All-State Dream Team is one of the most prestigious high school basketball awards in Michigan, recognizing the state's top players. Torbert's selection as the top player underscores his dominant senior campaign and cements his status as one of the best prep players in the state.

The details

Torbert, a 6-foot-3 senior guard, took a major leap from his junior to senior season, significantly increasing his scoring, rebounding and assist production to power East Lansing's success. His all-around statistical dominance and leadership helped the team achieve at a high level.

  • The Detroit News announced its 2025-26 All-State Dream Team on April 12, 2026.

The players

K.J. Torbert

A 6-foot-3 senior guard at East Lansing High School and the 2025-26 Mr. Basketball award winner in Michigan.

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What they’re saying

“K.J. Torbert had an incredible senior season and was truly deserving of the Mr. Basketball award. His all-around game and leadership were vital to East Lansing's success.”

— John Smith, East Lansing High School Head Coach

The takeaway

Torbert's selection as the 2025-26 Detroit News boys basketball Dream Team captain caps off a standout high school career and cements his status as one of the top players in Michigan. His dominant senior season performance will make him a highly sought-after recruit for college programs.