Jeremy Fears Jr. named top junior in college basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 12:58 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Jeremy Fears Jr. of MSU has been ranked as the best junior player in college basketball by College Basketball Report. This recognition comes as the Spartans prepare for the upcoming season, where Fears is also a leading contender for national player of the year honors. In the previous season, he averaged 15.2 points and 9.4 assists per game, establishing himself as a key player for MSU. If Fears can improve upon his performance, he is likely to maintain his position at the top of junior rankings. The full list of top juniors will be available via social media.
- •Jeremy Fears Jr. ranked No. 1 junior by College Basketball Report.
- •Averaged 15.2 points and 9.4 assists last season.
- •Considered a favorite for national player of the year.
- •List featured on social media account with 100,000 followers.
- 12:58 PMYahoo Sports — MSU basketball's Jeremy Fears Jr. ranked as best junior in college basketball
"A popular college basketball account considers Jeremy Fears Jr. the top junior in all of college basketball
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