Christian Collins, a 6‑foot‑8 forward from St. John Bosco, has committed to USC, becoming the school’s third McDonald's All American in the 2026 class. The Los Angeles native chose the Trojans over Kentucky, Louisville, Illinois and Vanderbilt after a recruiting battle that saw Kentucky briefly lead the chase. Collins said he wants to help a team win and expects a major role at USC.

Collins’ decision hinged on USC’s family atmosphere and aggressive coaching. He praised head coach Eric Musselman for his player‑development focus and down‑to‑earth