Brandon McCoy Jr., Lincoln Cosby sign to Michigan basketball's 2026 class

The Wolverines, fresh off a run to the national title, have officially added a pair of top-50 prospects into the fold for next year.

Brandon McCoy Jr., a five-star guard, and Lincoln Cosby, a four-star forward, both signed with Michigan, the program announced Tuesday.

The duo puts the finishing touches on a six-man 2026 recruiting class — which includes four-star forward Quinn Costello, four-star guard Joseph Hartman, wing Malachi Brown and center Marcus Moller — that’s tops in the Big Ten and ranks No. 3 in the nation, per 247Sports.

“Brandon and Lincoln are two outstanding additions to our program,” coach Dusty May said in a statement. “Both fit the culture and vision we’re building at Michigan.”

Brandon McCoy Jr. is the first consensus five-star recruit coach Dusty May has landed at Michigan.

However, only one of the two talented pieces is expected to suit up next season for the Wolverines. According to a release from the program, Cosby will redshirt during the 2026-27 season as he recovers from ACL surgery.

McCoy, though, should step in and make an immediate impact as part of a perimeter group that includes guards Elliot Cadeau and Trey McKenney.

A McDonald’s All-American who’s rated the No. 13 overall recruit in the 247Sports composite, McCoy (6-foot-5) powered Sierra Canyon High School to a 30-1 record and the CIF Southern Section Open Division championship while posting 19.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.2 steals per game. His stellar senior season earned him California Player of the Year honors.

He’s also won big on the international stage. He took home gold with USA Basketball at the FIBA U16 Americas Championship, FIBA U17 World Cup and FIBA U19 World Cup.

“Brandon is a special talent and someone who has the ability to impact the game in so many ways,” May said. “He has a special feel for the game and competitiveness that really stands out. He can score at all three levels, create for others, and make winning plays on both ends of the floor. What stands out most is his approach to the game and his desire to keep getting better.”