2024-25 SCNext Top 25: High School Boys' Basketball Power Rankings Revealed

The 2024-25 SCNext Top 25 high school boys' basketball rankings have undergone significant changes this week, with Link Academy making a monumental leap to secure the No. 2 spot. This shift comes on the heels of their impressive 4-0 run at the EYBL Scholastic Tournament, where they triumphed over formidable opponents including Arizona Compass, Wasatch Academy, Sunrise Christian, and Long Island Lutheran, clinching the championship title.

Chris Cenac Jr., a Houston commit and the No. 6 player in the ESPN 100 for 2025, was instrumental in Link Academy's success. His stellar 22-point, 6-rebound performance in the title game against Long Island Lutheran was pivotal in their 74-71 victory, cementing his status as a rising star in high school basketball.

Dynamic Prep also made waves in the rankings, climbing three spots after their victory at the Nike Invitational Postseason Tournament. Their dominant 76-51 win over previous No. 21 Utah Prep showcased their potential as a top-tier team.

Making their debut in the Top 25, Duncanville secured their spot by defeating previous No. 18 Allen and Bellaire to claim the 6A State Title in Texas. This achievement highlights their emerging talent and competitive edge.

Here's the complete SCNext Top 25 list for 2024-25:

1. Columbus (FL)
2. Link Academy (MO)
3. Long Island Lutheran (NY)
4. Brewster Academy (NH)
5. CIA/Bella Vista (AZ)
6. Prolific Prep (CA)
7. Montverde Academy (FL)
8. IMG Academy (FL)
9. Wasatch Academy (UT)
10. Dynamic Prep (TX)
11. Gonzaga College HS (D.C.)
12. Paul VI (VA)
13. Roosevelt (CA)
14. AZ Compass (AZ)
15. Wheeler (GA)
16. Sunrise Christian (KS)
17. Hoover (AL)
18. Harvard-Westlake (CA)
19. Calvary Christian (FL)
20. Duncanville (TX)
21. San Antonio Brennan (TX)
22. Highland School (VA)
23. Allen (TX)
24. Utah Prep (UT)
25. Owasso (OK)

These rankings reflect the dynamic and competitive nature of high school basketball, with teams continuously proving their mettle on the court.