Landon Davis
#243"@DeSalesBBall ‘26 | @mmibaseball ‘28 | OF/RHP | 6’4 200lbs | landon.pund@desaleshs.com (502)-780-0077 | @PPL_lou athlete"
Illinois
Scout Report
A 6-8 power forward with college-ready size and skills has become one of the Midwest's most coveted frontcourt prospects.
Background
Landon Davis hails from Waukee, Iowa, where he suits up for Waukee Northwest High School. The talented big man has developed his game in Iowa's competitive prep basketball landscape, playing alongside fellow Division I commit Colin Rice, a 6-foot forward bound for Nebraska. Davis has built his reputation through consistent production at the high school level while competing against top-tier competition in the region.
Playing Style
Davis brings an intriguing blend of size and versatility to the power forward position, standing 6-8 with the frame to compete in the paint while possessing skills that extend beyond traditional big man duties. His length and positioning make him a natural presence in the post, where he can establish solid rebounding position and finish around the basket. The Iowa native shows good court awareness for his size and demonstrates the ability to impact winning through hustle plays and smart basketball IQ. While he continues to develop his perimeter skills, Davis projects as a player who can grow into multiple frontcourt roles at the next level.
Recruitment
Davis generated significant interest from regional programs, collecting five Division I offers from Illinois, Iowa, Drake, Illinois-Chicago, and Northern Iowa. The 6-8 forward ultimately chose to stay in the Big Ten, committing to Illinois over in-state Iowa and other suitors. Ranked #242 nationally in the 2026 class, Davis projects as a developmental prospect with solid upside who could contribute as a role player early before potentially expanding his impact as he matures physically.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Offers
5
Illinois
Signed
Chose Illinois over 4 other offers
Iowa
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