The college basketball world is eagerly anticipating the decision of top-rated point guard Deron Rippey Jr. He is set to announce his collegiate choice on Tuesday, December 30, at 4 p.m. ET.
Who is Deron Rippey Jr.?
Deron Rippey Jr. is a standout prospect in the 2026 recruiting class. He currently holds the title of the top-rated point guard and is ranked 12th nationally according to the 247Sports Composite rankings.
College Prospects
Rippey Jr. will choose from five elite college programs:
- Duke
- NC State
- Miami
- Tennessee
- Texas
Details of the Announcement
The commitment ceremony will take place in Brooklyn, New York, and will be streamed live on the CBS Sports College Basketball YouTube Channel. Rippey Jr., a 6-foot-2, 175-pound guard, plays for Blair Academy under head coach Joe Mantegna in Blairstown, New Jersey.
Recruiting Journey
Throughout his recruitment, Rippey Jr. has made visits to each of his final five schools:
- Miami: August 27
- Texas: September 19
- Duke: October 21
- Tennessee: October 25
- NC State: November 7
Duke’s Potential Addition
If Rippey Jr. commits to Duke, he would become part of a strong 2026 recruiting class. Duke already has commitments from five-star forwards Bryson Howard and Cameron Williams, along with four-star center Maxime Meyer.
Chad Lykins from 247Sports has indicated a crystal ball prediction favoring Duke for Rippey Jr.’s commitment, which could bolster their roster significantly in the coming seasons.
Fans looking to follow Rippey Jr.’s decision can tune in on December 30 to see if he selects Duke as his next destination.
