"HE'S A FRESHMAN!" 🤯🔥 The BEST OF #1 Ranked AJ Dybantsa 🚨

AJ Dybantsa BLEW UP this summer on the EYBL circuit with Expressions Elite. He went from being known the best player in New England to leading Peach Jam in scoring at 25.8 PPG. After playing both his 8th grade and freshman seasons at St. Sebastian's in Massachusetts, AJ transferred to Prolific Prep to continue his high school journey. He also recently reclassified from the 2026 class up to 2025 and is ranked as the #1 junior in the country. Many scouts believe he is the best scorer in all of high school basketball.
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"HE'S A FRESHMAN!" 🤯🔥 The BEST OF #1 Ranked AJ Dybantsa 🚨
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[@demondrucker3514]

It’s the footwork for me 🔥 he is NBA BOUND

[@SLAMHS]

Nah same... especially on those post ups 🔥

[@1diamondtone]

Like a ballerina...

[@carloslewis6475]

WarEagle!!! 😊

[@RichardWhatley-wy5mi]

He got good foot work, but I think his wingspan plus his athleticism is what separates him. Him being able to shoot 3s is what will take him to super stardom. Even being automatic from 20 feet, as long as they respect his shot. The vid finally showed his pull up, he looks like he has pretty good mechanics, and his deep thee looks ok too.

[@SAINTxSZN]

Top 3 pick

[@edwardkimakaballislifekim_578]

He’s up next league bound 🔥🔥

[@verbalstormborn]

As he continues to grow into his body and get stronger he’s gonna be unstoppable

[@Catorii.Jamiaa]

fundamentals are incredible and his hop-step is killer, and his scoring capability is absurd, definitely following him up, he is NBA bound.

[@sohamjain7803]

id argue that his fundementals don't look as sound. His handle isn't tight enough and it seems like hes using his raw athletacism to score in a lot of these plays. He has a lot to work on but he looks NBA bound for sure

[@Catorii.Jamiaa]

@@sohamjain7803 This. He definitely still has a lot of work to do, in no way was i trying to disregard that👆🏾

[@demondbramlett5944]

​@@sohamjain7803 He's a 6'9 3 level scorer, his handle looks great to me especially for him to had been at freshman at the time. He plays like sga but taller. Kid is a stud. I didn't see any weakness in his game ... Btw I played college 🏀

[@user-bo7uo3yz8s]

I cant wait to see him in the league one day, he is a stud.

[@SLAMHS]

These are the best highlights from AJ's freshman season. He just reclassified from 2026 to 2025 (skipping his sophomore season) and is now ranked as the #1 junior in high school basketball by both ESPN and 247Sports.

[@trentwade5788]

And now ranked #1 by on3 sports as well

[@user-ek8vg5fn8r]

He did not reclassify he’s in the correct graduation class for his age. 2007 birth year graduation class is 2025… How are you this wrong?

[@GOATexp]

@@user-ek8vg5fn8rhe did reclassify. Not everyone graduates the same age. He was set to graduate at 19 and now he’s graduating at 18

[@KingHampton-ul1iw]

@@GOATexp I graduated high school at 17 so if I was in his position I would be graduating this year. It really makes you wonder about some of these prospects that are just dominating younger competition. He better play 17 and under at the eybl this summer.

[@BirdGang6]

This is the player you get when you mix superior genetics, elite level athleticism and a high basketball IQ. Dude’s an absolute treat to watch

[@rossmarcos5301]

Bro got 4 level scoring, finishing, threes, mid range, post game. 🔥🔥🔥

[@leomlitig]

ALL around bro

[@Ma1q444]

U watching highlights bro

[@rossmarcos5301]

Of coarse@@Ma1q444

[@dante._.s8406]

Yeah he’s gonna be a beast, that footwork is incredible

[@9THDEATH]

Bruh he gonna be fun to watch in the league he definitely superstar bound

[@benjaminyoung6977]

First time in a while I’ve seen a number 1 ranked player be this clear cut of a number 1. I mean damn this dude can hoop

[@lakerlll1939]

He's not clear number 1...

[@kohsiudai8196]

@@lakerlll1939 I do not feel like he is clear number 1 either. He is good no doubt but I think Cameron Boozer has a better overall skill set. Cameron definitely a much better outside shooter with reasonable range.

[@blakeswann6690]

He moves so well on the court with his long strides, incredible footwork and touch around the rim for a wing he’s got a beautiful layup package with the top tier athletic ability to be an issues hammering the ball on someones head. If that 3 ball goes to the next level he’s going to be a perfect wing

[@IsmokeHiphopLive]

He’s already NBA ready i’m glad he reclassified 💯💪🏾

[@user-ek8vg5fn8r]

He did not reclassify he’s in the correct graduation class for his age. 2007 birth year graduation class is 2025

[@IsmokeHiphopLive]

@@user-ek8vg5fn8r could care less what his original age group was supposed to be. He 100% did reclassified. Who cares what group he was supposed to be with yes or no did he reclassified. Yes he did. Good Sunday to you, sir.

[@CinHalCedHerChance]

Wow, this kid is goood. Left handed dominant, shoots right, nice step back, nice handles, only 16?? NBA at maybe 18, definitely 19 and to quote him "I'm a playmaker first!" Good mentality, kid will be going far in basketball.

[@user-ek8vg5fn8r]

He did not reclassify he’s in the correct graduation class for his age. 2007 birth year graduation class is 2025. He will be in the league at 19 like all 1 and done players are nothing new here.

[@Phez8]

The Young Man Is Crazy Good!

[@Zaghzackio]

I'd love to see him on Gleague Ignite hes already such a Pro

[@wallyspicks]

I’ve been watching basketball recruiting for ages now and it’s been awhile since a #1 prospect has shined. Kid has a great jumper, crazy aggressiveness towards the rim, if he can’t dunk on you after creating space he will most certainly give you a high efficient mid range jumper, his post game is underrated as well and can definitely pass.

[@parkerquigleypuff]

If I didn’t see so many weird Carries I would love this all around. This kids got some talent!

[@YourFavoriteCoolCousin]

you weird

[@geordiehalma7323]

@@YourFavoriteCoolCousin na, this dude is carrying with his dribble a ton. He'll probably work on it and tighten it up over time though, he's a freshman in HS, so...yeah, you're an idiot lol.

[@znwoks]

i will love to see him to the nba

[@SoGshaiprosper5417]

As a KY fan, I've seen way too many top freshman with stoopid expectations not live up to the hype, atleast right away, usually takes 3, 4 or more years for them to come into their own, and usually do. That being said this kid is one of the rare 1s, like AD l, that will be a game changer out the gate, in his first year. He the best recruit I've seen since maybe Zion

[@kendallwhitfield5504]

Yea He's Him!

[@Hotshizzle]

This is the most skilled prep player of this age and size I’ve EVER seen and I’ve seen a whole lot. My goodness his footwork and positioning, balance, alpha mentality, can shoot, oh nahhhhh as a #1 pick hands down.

[@nickpeacock1896]

Lebron?🤔Be real.

[@Hotshizzle]

@@nickpeacock1896 Dybantsa is worlds above at the same stage and age. Lebron was an enigma and his growth as bball player exploded even further once he got to the league.

[@nickpeacock1896]

@@Hotshizzle You must be young. Lebron was on ESPN at this age and front of Sports Illustrated. And he would have been the unanimous #1 pick after his junior year. It’s not even close.

[@Hotshizzle]

@@nickpeacock1896 I’m not wish I was 😂. Been heavily involved in scouting players from middle school, high school, and so on. Way before Bron. What I’m sharing is a sentiment amongst many pro & NBA scouts. Dybantsa has all star level game at his current age. Lebron is my fav but gotta give credit where it’s due and kids like Dybantsa, Flagg are the next tier of All Word players that are continuing to grow and evolve the game

[@nickpeacock1896]

@@Hotshizzle I’ve yet to hear that analysis from anyone, and the film and numbers say otherwise. Lebron averaged 20ppg as an 18 year old rookie. This kid has a lot more to prove before you can say he’s an NBA all star. Flagg is nice too, but Lebron was and is a generational talent at all levels.

[@sage_..]

🔥

[@Uncle.Shizz-onIG]

Kids league ready physically. Gives me HS Kuminga vibes with a decent jump shot

[@MikkiChavez]

He plays just like Kobe 💪🏾

[@casway3]

Remind me of dwade 🔥🔥🔥

[@ngm3000]

Very few wasted movements. He will be quite good

[@zaescorin]

nah bro so cold he gotta go to Kentucky

[@kristabartlett2444]

nother banger

[@SLAMHS]

🙏🙏🙏

[@ThankYouBroSports]

automatic middy and post game... havent seen a post game from a kid this age like this since Bean

[@kameronmartin6974]

Giannis with a jumper 😳😳😳😳

[@onetruesoldiervt3686]

Going to the Rim is great his shot is great I think all he needs to work on is his ability to set plays

[@outforthecount7027]

if he continues he definitely number 1 pick barring some some 7 foot slasher comes out of nowhere which is likely to happen in the next 3 years probably more then once with how these kids are today

[@MidtownMeezus]

I've heard of this kids name too much for me to not recognize "Next UP"

[@jameswill4065]

Hey will fit well in Hubert Davis system at UNC

[@christianwallace4940]

War Eagle! Come on out to the Plains and make Auburn history.

[@yazibrahim8861]

That’s Travis Scott

[@kevinbolds6899]

This is why some kids should be allowed to enter the nba out of HS. He ready

[@jordantillman3735]

Giving pg vibes

[@danielolugbemi]

nah more like kd giannis and kobe

[@graylandaugherty4374]

@@danielolugbemi tracy mcgrady paul george jayson tatum

[@robinsonmaples7288]

He’s a junior

[@IsmokeHiphopLive]

this is his freshman highlights he just skip this upcoming sophomore year to be that junior you just stated. Listen in other words we all know that already even at the top of the comments it’s pinned. Why do serious?

[@user-yv1ts3jt3f]

He’s insane wtf, how tall is he

[@stannye]

Andrew Wiggins

[@DarnellDodd]

How tall was he in the 7th or 8th grade?

[@JordanO317]

He plays like a more polished and better shooting Kuminga coming out of high school.

[@rashadellison9593]

Before this video:Who is this Guy ? 10 seconds: O he’s HIM Once he did the euro dunk on sum1 w/ no dribbles n Smooth… He should be playing professionally in Europe ,bcuz he is Him amongst a lot of regular kids… He should be playing in a Professional Playoff Situations to be better… All this after 10 seconds

[@guitarriff123]

If he puts on weight, he’ll be insane

[@ajaxslamgoody9736]

I have seen enough

[@patrickfarrell5615]

I wish this BROCKTON KID WENT TO BROCKTON HIGH BUT THINGS ARE WHAT THEY ARE WITH PRIVATE SCHOOLS .

[@ghinesnba]

He play like Scottie Barnes lol

[@hasankothiwala4974]

RJ Barrett

[@AyceRobinson-yu6by]

Who noticed that he dunked on lavar

[@marcmillion140]

Foot work is slow, it works for HS but college is faster and defenses moves faster still a good player tho for sure

[@bradhudson9726]

UNC BOUND

[@SamJustSaying]

I would let him run point at all times

[@AnthoneyIsOnYT]

I wonder if Aj studies kd

[@Baez99]

Name????

[@pavlepavlovic441]

How is 07 freshman?

[@michaelacton2745]

Black Flagg

[@patrickfarrell5615]

Bare in mind although he's good look at the little sister schools he's competing against..

[@jonnyhorning2366]

bro. what they feeding these kids

[@LorenzoLorcy]

I sa I’m at my boys and girls club

[@johnjordan6665]

Why does it say he’s a freshman, he’s a junior

[@lmg2rcb]

How you pronounce his last name ?

[@SpacedExplorers]

The next LeBron or Jordan? You decide...

[@tecoroy1205]

Naw he might be one of them ones

[@CryptoIntelligentsia]

UNC bound

[@colep.8330]

He’s going to Auburn lol

[@nashnewre4674]

Bro is kd

[@manigeeks]

bro hes a reclass

[@Zaghzackio]

Not anymore hes back in his correct graduating class

[@bombsquadcannon7351]

League him in a couple years, easy

[@user-er7ed1ec2g]

"Freshmean" but hes 16

[@W.orld.Breaker]

He so long😂

[@user-vf6iu1ij5g]

Draft 2025 or 2026 ? 🙋

[@carsonschultz4784]

He’s a what

[@him4882]

Better than cooper

[@pablodavid1908]

absolutely yes

[@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant]

Yo What's Up @SlamHighSchool

[@insame6938]

More polish siakiam

[@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant]

Yooo I Wanna Give a Shout Out To @SlamHighSchool