MJ Madison
#231"17 yrs | 6’9” | 4⭐️ | Prolific Prep | Honor Roll Student"
Penn State
Scout Report
Standing 6-9 and learning from some of the nation's elite prospects at Prolific Prep, this Fort Lauderdale native is poised to make his mark in the Big Ten.
Background
MJ Madison made the move from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to join the powerhouse Prolific Prep program in California. At Prolific Prep, he's surrounded by elite talent including Kansas-bound Darryn Peterson (#2 in 2025), Alabama commit Caleb Holt (#4 in 2026), and Michigan-bound Bruce Branch III (#6 in 2026). This high-level competition daily has accelerated his development as he prepares for his college career.
Playing Style
Madison brings prototypical power forward size at 6-9 with the versatility that modern college basketball demands. His frame suggests he can bang inside with traditional big men while possessing the mobility to step out and guard multiple positions. Playing alongside elite perimeter talent at Prolific Prep has likely refined his ability to work within a system and complement high-level scorers. His development in this environment points to a player who understands spacing, timing, and how to maximize his impact without needing to dominate the ball.
Recruitment
Madison secured his commitment to Penn State after collecting five Division I offers from programs including Georgia, West Virginia, Kennesaw State, and Charleston. Ranked #230 nationally in the 2026 class, he represents solid value for the Nittany Lions as a player with room to grow. His ceiling appears high given his physical tools and the elite development environment at Prolific Prep.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Offers
5
Penn State
Signed
Chose Penn State over 4 other offers
Georgia
West VirginiaSocial Activity
grateful for the nomination https://x.com/MJMad1son/status/2019458738281685024/photo/1
First W back in Napa! https://x.com/ProlificPrep/status/2014925746511523929/photo/1
🔗: http://madehoops.com/made-society/articles/2026mj_madison_on_adapting_to_prolific%20prep_refining_his_game_and_recruitment.aspx Decision coming soon? 👀 2026 forward MJ Madison is one of the best available prospects on the board. He breaks down the schools pushing hardest—including Syracuse, NC State, and Duquesne—and targets a decision date in late February or March. https://t.co/FoAtHGmq7z
MJ Madison is one of the most underrated bigs in the country. @MJMad1son MJ is always making winning plays and impacts every possession. https://t.co/eEmyRPIAj2