Bruce Branch III, who is currently ranked as the No. 2 prospect in the 2027 basketball recruiting class, has decided to reclassify into the 2026 class. This change means he will graduate and enter college basketball a year earlier than originally planned.
"I plan to reclassify into the 2026 class," Branch announced, signaling his intention to accelerate his basketball career.
This move positions Branch to compete at the collegiate level sooner, which could impact his development and recruitment trajectory.
Bruce Branch III’s decision to reclassify highlights the strategic choices top prospects make to advance their careers more rapidly in college sports.