By ADAM ZAGORIA
Maximo Adams, a top-25 ranked forward in the class of 2026, committed to North Carolina on Friday, per ESPN.
The 6-foot-7 forward from Sierra Canyon (CA) those the Tar Heels over Kentucky, Michigan State and Texas.
“The culture, tradition and honor of a program is important to me,” Adams told 247Sports. “Also, the fans are second to none; they’re engaging and create a fun environment day in and day out for the team.”
He added: “(Hubert Davis) and I have established a very good relationship during the time he’s recruited me. I see his staff’s vision, I see myself contributing to the program and winning games.”
Adams recently visited all four schools and also visited Kansas in September before cutting his list to a final four schools.
He is North Carolina’s first commit in 2026.
“Maxi is a great player but a better person,” Sierra Canyon coach Andre Chevalier told ZAGSBLOG. “He is a high level 3-point shooter and defender. This will serve him well at both the college and pro level. He is a foundation player for our team this year.”
Adams averaged 20 points and 11.4 rebounds on the Nike EYBL circuit this season.
Pretty undeniable that Maximo Adams was the most productive forward in the EYBL this season.
20.5pts, 11.4reb, 52% FG, 42% 3pt
Shot-making off the dribble, + the footwork, particularly noteworthy.
Summer Scouting Series: https://t.co/vBA8aBm7c4 pic.twitter.com/vimGjy3wQp
— Adam Finkelstein (@AdamFinkelstein) August 7, 2025
His older brother Marcus, currently plays at Arizona State and his father Marcus played at UNLV before playing professionally in Argentina.
Ranked in the top 25 nationally, Adams is the No. 5 ranked recruit in the state of California and is a four-star, according to 247Sports.
North Carolina is also hosting five-star Long Island Lutheran guard Dylan Mingo this week.
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