Powerful Guard Adds NC State Basketball to List of Suitors
In this story:
NC State basketball head coach Will Wade and the rest of the first-year Wolfpack staff have been highly active of late in targeting prospects across multiple cycles. One such new target is Wheeler High School (Ga.) guard Colben Landrew, a formidable four-star prospect in the 2026 class.
ALSO READ: Will Wade Offers Grandson of Two-Time NBA MVP Karl Malone
Relentless Hoops recruiting insider and scout Trent Markwith reported Landrew's Wolfpack offer on Tuesday night, pointing to a string of recent performances that further cemented the 6-foot-6, 200-pound rising senior's place among the most buzzworthy sharpshooters on the prep scene this summer:
NC State has offered 2026 W Colben Landrew.
— Trent Markwith (@TMarkwith14) July 2, 2025
He averaged 24.8 PPG with 12 made 3’s in 3 matchups with Columbus, Zephyrhills Christian, and Riviera Prep at the GBCA Southeast Regional.@colben_landrew https://t.co/aVanQ5ba8E pic.twitter.com/Iux98jd9ha
Seemingly in store for another bump in the rankings due to both his outside shooting prowess and considerable strength for his position, Colben Landrew currently stacks up at No. 82 overall on the 247Sports 2026 Composite.
As Markwith noted, after shining at last month's NBPA Top 100 Camp via his on-point 3-point stroke and powerful rebounding efforts, Landrew added offers from Michigan, Indiana, Texas, Oklahoma State, and ECU.
The NC State basketball recruiters are still looking to reel in their first pledge on the 2026 trail.
Stay tuned to NC State Wolfpack On SI for more NC State basketball news.
Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of NC State Wolfpack on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining NC State Wolfpack on SI in 2024, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.
Follow MattGilesBD