The 2025-26 freshman class is lighting up the season, with top newcomers delivering elite scoring, rebounding, and playmaking and several already drawing NBA draft attention.

Led by a wave of five-star prospects and strong international talent, the freshman cohort is drawing early interest from teams and evaluators ahead of the draft.

Across Power Five and mid-major programs, the season shows unprecedented scoring depth and a robust pipeline of NBA-ready freshmen whose stock is rising as the year progresses.

Beyond the leaders, a broader group of freshmen across conferences is delivering breakout games and dependable contributions, including shifts in roles due to injuries or lineup changes.

National context shows the class’ impact is historic, with top overall averages and a surge in 20-point games, while early mock drafts project a substantial freshmen presence in the first round.

Notable international and mid-major entries highlight diverse scoring and playmaking: Ebuka Okorie, Thijs de Ridder, Neoklis Avdalas, Gavin Sykes, and Joel Foxwell leading in points, rebounds, assists, and overall impact.