5-star SF Anthony Thompson sets commitment date

Anthony Thompson, a five-star small forward in the 2026 class, has set his college commitment date for October 21st, according to his agent Nate Conley of Court XIV.  The 6-foot-8 senior out of Western Reserve (OH) will choose between Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio State, and Texas. He has visited each of his finalists.

Thompson, a native of Lebanon, Ohio, is ranked as the No. 5 overall player in the nation, according to the Rivals Top-150 Ranking. He’s also the No. 2-ranked small forward and the No. 1 player in Ohio.

What Thompson is looking for in a school

In a previous interview with Rivals, Thompson noted what he wants in a college program.

“I want to play for a person I connect with. A coach on the court, but also off the court. I feel like that is the best way to succeed on the court is to play for someone you really connect with and really get to know them.

“I’m going to look at the play style and their plan for me. I’ve played a small forward role my whole life, so that is what I’m most comfortable with. I think it allows me to best open up my game inside and out. But I can play however the coach wants me, in multiple different styles. So, I’m going to look at the play style and go somewhere I’m comfortable.”

More on Thompson

Rivals’ Jamie Shaw recently had the following to say about Thompson:

Anthony Thompson is Rivals’ No. 5 overall player in the 2026 cycle. The intrigue with Thompson stems from the intersection of skill already in place, with considerable upside to continue growing into. The long-armed 6-foot-7 wing shot 38.7 percent from three on the Adidas 3SSB Circuit this summer, on 5.5 attempts per game. He averaged 22.1 points with his Indiana Elite team and scored an efficient 1.237 points per possession. In 12 July games on the 3SSB Circuit, Thompson went to 20 or more in eight games and 30 or more in four. His scoring arsenal is become more than just a shooting threat.