Georgia High School Boys Basketball Rankings: Top 25 Teams - Dec. 16

The Georgia high school boys basketball 2025-26 season is off and running, with many of last year’s top programs remaining among the top teams.

Topping the first Georgia Top 25 high school boys basketball rankings of the regular season are the defending GHSA Class 6A state champion Wheeler. The Wildcats have a slew of talent returning, but who else should we watch for out of Georgia when it comes to the state’s top high school boys basketball teams?

We dive into the Georgia hoops scene as high school football season is coming to an end this week as we take a look at who are the top teams from around the state.

The Massey Ratings, officially used during the BCS era, is a model that ranks sports teams by analyzing game outcomes, strength of schedule, and margin of victory.

Here’s a look at the top 25 teams in the country according to the Massey Ratings, which ranks teams by analyzing game outcomes, strength of schedule and margin of victory, as of Dec. 16.

1. Wheeler Wildcats (7-0)

The Wheeler Wildcats, the defending Class 6A state champions, are stacked with talent after winning it all last season and in our first rankings of the regular season, are in the No. 1 spot. Featured on this upcoming season’s roster is UConn commitment Colben Landrew at point guard and Ole Miss pledge Jaron Saulsberry at small forward. 2027 guard Kevin Savage is a four-star recruit and has offers already from schools like Cincinnati, Georgia Tech, Ole Miss and Sacramento State. Wheeler takes on the best team out of the state of Maryland this week when they take on Bishop McNamara on Friday night.

2. Grayson Rams (9-0)

Checking in as the No. 2 team in the state of Georgia as the regular season gets rolling is the Grayson Rams, whom went 28-4 a year ago. The Rams came a game away from competing for Georgia’s Class 6A state championship, but were upended by Wheeler (see below) in the state semifinals. Now with a roster that can matchup with just about anyone in the state, seeing this team make another deep run is certainly not out of the question. Grayson will be led by the talents of 2027 three-star shooting guard Marcus Curry, who was named a first-team preseason Class 6A all-state selection. The Rams have won all nine games this season by double digits.

3. McEachern Indians (8-2)

The McEachern Indians saw its 2024-25 season end in the second round in a loss to Norcross, but finished with a 24-6 record. There’s a lot of optimism surrounding the program as the Indians have one of the top rising combo guards in the state in 2027 four-star Chase Lumpkin. Lumpkin, who stands 6-foot-5, has been receiving plenty of interest from schools and recently received an offer from Alabama. McEachern’s only two losses on the season have come against nationally ranked Wheeler and Link Academy (MO).

4. Gainesville (9-0)

Coming in at No. 4 on our list are the Gainesville Red Elephants, which have raced out to a strong start to the 2025-26 season with nine straight victories. Gainesville doesn’t look like they’ll be slowing down anytime soon with the way they’re playing right now as they recently cruised to a pair of 20-point plus victories over Lanier and Pinson Valley, respectively. A upcoming matchup against Florida’s No. 28 ranked NSU University School should be a good barometer on where this team is at up against some of Georgia’s other top squads.

5. Pebblebrook (4-1)

Rounding out the Top 5 of our rankings is the Pebblebrook Falcons, which is just coming off a couple games against Texas high school boys basketball teams, splitting the two games. Things will begin to heat up for the Falcons, especially come next month when Pebblebrook will take on No. 3 ranked McEachern. Leading the way on the court for the Falcons is senior point guard Zyree Brown, who is coming off a solid campaign last season for Pebblebrook.

Massey Ratings Georgia High School Boys Basketball Rankings Nos. 11-25

6. St. Pius X Golden Lions (8-0)
7. Woodstock Wolverines (10-0)
8. Sandy Creek Patriots (3-0)
9. Walton Raiders (6-1)
10. Greenforest McCalep Christian Academy Eagles (5-1)

11. Holy Innocents Episcopal School Golden Bears (8-2)
12. Alexander Cougars (4-1)
13. Hillgrove Hawks (8-2)
14. Mays Raiders (8-1)
15. Westminster Wildcats (9-0)

16. Milton Eagles (5-2)
17. The Walker School Wolverines (9-0)
18. Woodward Academy War Eagles (7-4)
19. Baldwin Braves (8-0)
20. Langston Hughes Panthers (3-1)

21. Dutchtown Bulldogs (5-2)
22. Decatur Bulldogs (10-2)
23. Lassiter Trojans (10-0)
24. Mount Vernon Mustangs (10-0)
25. North Cobb Christian School Eagles (6-1)

How to Follow Georgia High School Boys Basketball

For Georgia high school boys basketball fans looking to keep up with scores around the nation, staying updated on the action is now easier than ever with the Rivals High School Scoreboard. This comprehensive resource provides real-time updates and final scores from across the Peach State, ensuring you never miss a moment of the high school hops action throughout the season. From nail-biting finishes to dominant performances, the Rivals High School Scoreboard is your one-stop destination for tracking all the hardwood excitement across the state.