Top-10 clash headlines Grand Rapids-area boys prep hoops

Five of six OK Red teams ranked in latest AP poll

Jan. 27, 2026 at 4:39pm

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The Grand Rapids-area OK Red conference is considered the best in Michigan for the 2025-26 boys high school basketball season, with five of its six teams ranked in the latest Division 1 poll from the Associated Press.

Why it matters

The OK Red is home to some of the top high school basketball talent in the state, with several teams and players expected to make deep postseason runs. This high level of competition in a single conference is rare and highlights the strength of basketball in the Grand Rapids region.

The details

The OK Red conference features five teams ranked in the latest AP Division 1 poll, making it the top conference in Michigan for the 2025-26 season. This includes powerhouse programs like Rockford, East Kentwood, and Grandville, all of which are expected to be among the state's best this year.

  • The latest AP poll was released on January 27, 2026.

The players

Rockford

A perennial boys basketball powerhouse in the OK Red conference.

East Kentwood

One of the top-ranked teams in the OK Red and expected to make a deep postseason run.

Grandville

Another highly ranked OK Red team that is considered one of the best in the state.

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The takeaway

The strength of the OK Red conference highlights the high level of boys basketball talent in the Grand Rapids region, with several teams and players poised to make an impact at the state level this season.