2026 McDonald’s All American Game Preview: Tyran Stokes, Cameron Williams, and Jordan Smith Jr. Headline the Field

The 49th annual McDonald’s All American Game is set for Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in Glendale, Arizona, marking the first time the event will be held in the Phoenix area. As always, it will feature many of the best high school players in the country.

Tyran Stokes is one of the biggest names in this year’s field, but he is far from alone. This group features a strong mix of elite talent, familiar bloodlines, and players with bright long-term futures. It is one of the premier showcase events of the year and a key stop for anyone tracking the game’s next wave of talent.

Overview

The McDonald’s All-American Game has long been one of the most prestigious honors in high school basketball. Every year, the selection process narrows a massive pool of nominees down to 24 girls and 24 boys, creating a stage reserved for the very best players in the country.

That history speaks for itself. This event has consistently featured future pros, lottery picks, and some of the biggest stars in the sport before they reached college or the NBA. It is not just about recognition. It is also a snapshot of where the game is headed.

This year’s group fits that standard.

Stokes, Williams, and Smith Jr. Headline the Field

Tyran Stokes, Cameron Williams, and Jordan Smith Jr. headline this year’s McDonald’s All-American Game, giving the event plenty of star power at the top. Each brings a different story and skill set to the floor, and together they help anchor a field loaded with elite talent and long-term upside.

Stokes enters the event as one of the marquee names in the boys’ game. The 6-foot-8 forward has put together a dominant senior season at Rainier Beach High School in Washington and remains uncommitted, only adding to the intrigue surrounding one of the most gifted long-term prospects in the country.

Williams adds a strong local storyline as an Arizona product from St. Mary’s High School in Phoenix, giving the host state a premier representative on one of high school basketball’s biggest stages. The 6-foot-11 forward is committed to Duke and enters the event as one of the most highly regarded players in the field.

Smith, meanwhile, comes from Paul VI Catholic High School in Virginia and is committed to Arkansas. He is widely viewed as one of the most dynamic guards in the class and adds another major headliner to the event.

This trio gives the event a strong foundation and should be central to the spotlight when the game tips off in Glendale.

Big Names, Big Programs, and Familiar Bloodlines

This roster is not just strong at the top. It has real depth, and there are plenty of storylines throughout both teams.

Duke is one of the programs with the strongest presence in the game, led by Cameron Williams, a 6-foot-11 forward with significant upside. The Blue Devils also have Deron Rippey Jr. in the field. Missouri is represented by Jason Crowe Jr. and Toni Bryant, while USC has both Adonis and Darius Ratliff on the roster.

There is also a notable family connection in this group. The Ratliff brothers are the sons of former NBA player Theo Ratliff, and Jaxon Richardson, the son of Jason Richardson, is also in the game. Archbishop Stepinac will have three players in the event: Adonis Ratliff, Darius Ratliff, and Jasiah Jervis, more than any other high school.

East Roster

Latrell Allmond — F, 6-8, Oklahoma State

Darius Bivins — PG, 6-1, Undecided

Bruce Branch III — F, 6-8, BYU

Toni Bryant — F, 6-10, Missouri

Jasiah Jervis — G, 6-5, Michigan State

Taylen Kinney — PG, 6-3, Kansas

Adonis Ratliff — C, 7-0, USC

Darius Ratliff — C, 7-0, USC

Jaxon Richardson — F, 6-6, Alabama

Deron Rippey Jr. — PG, 6-2, Duke

Jordan Smith Jr. — G, 6-2, Arkansas

Anthony Thompson — F, 6-9, Ohio State

West Roster

Maximo Adams — F, 6-8, North Carolina

JaShawn Andrews — G, 6-7, Arkansas

Christian Collins — F, 6-9, USC

Quinn Costello — C, 6-9, Michigan

Jason Crowe Jr. — PG, 6-4, Missouri

Arafan Diane — C, 7-0, Houston

Caleb Gaskins — F, 6-9, Miami (FL)

Austin Goosby — G, 6-5, Texas

Caleb Holt — G, 6-5, Arizona

Brandon McCoy — G, 6-5, Undecided

Tyran Stokes — SF, 6-8, Undecided

Cameron Williams — F, 6-11, Duke

Event Week Details

The game itself is the main attraction, but the week includes more than just Tuesday night.

Media Day is scheduled for Monday, March 30, with coverage streaming on ESPN+. Sprite Jam Fest will also take place that night at Millennium High School, featuring the usual collection of showcase events, including the 3-point contest, dunk contest, and skills challenge.

The boys game will tip off Tuesday, March 31, at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale.

More Than Basketball

Like always, the event also carries a charitable component. The McDonald’s All American Games have long supported Ronald McDonald House and its local chapters, with the event helping raise awareness and support for families navigating serious healthcare situations. In Arizona, McDonald’s restaurants and owner-operators have helped raise more than $1.3 million for Ronald McDonald House, with local programs supporting thousands of families.

Game Details

Event: McDonald’s All-American Game

Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Location: Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, Arizona

Time: 9:00 p.m. ET

TV: ESPN

Additional Events:

Media Day: Monday, March 30, on ESPN+

Sprite Jam Fest: Monday, March 30 at 9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2

Jam Fest Location: Millennium High School