Aaron McGee
#247"class 2026||6’4 180lbs|| ||Melbourne fl"
Arkansas State
Scout Report
When you're sharing the floor with three other top-320 national recruits and still getting consistent looks from college coaches, you're doing something right.
Background
McGee hails from Melbourne, Florida, where he developed his skills before making the move to Gillion Basketball Academy. The prep powerhouse has become a launching pad for high-major talent, and McGee finds himself in elite company with teammates like Marcis Ponder heading to Florida State and Willie Burnett III bound for Mississippi State. That level of competition in practice every day has clearly accelerated his development.
Playing Style
McGee's calling card is his pure stroke from deep. He's got that smooth, repeatable release that coaches love, and he's not afraid to let it fly with a hand in his face. The 6-4 frame gives him good size at the two-guard spot, allowing him to shoot over smaller defenders and create space effectively. What needs work is his ability to create off the bounce consistently. He's solid in catch-and-shoot situations and moving without the ball, but developing that first step and mid-range pull-up game will determine whether he stays at the mid-major level or climbs higher.
Recruitment
McGee pulled the trigger early on Arkansas State, bypassing potentially higher offers to lock in his future. At #247 nationally, he's got the profile of a solid mid-major contributor who could develop into something more with the right coaching. His shooting ability alone makes him valuable, and Red Wolves coach Mike Balado clearly sees him as a priority piece for the future.
Updated Mar 13, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Offers
3
Arkansas State
Signed
Chose Arkansas State over 2 other offers
George MasonSocial Activity
Aaron McGee took over the scoring lead on the Grind Session this weekend. At Mustang Madness in Paducah, the Gillion Academy guard delivered big performances against Winston Salem Christian and Academy of Central Florida, pushing him to the top of the league in points per game. https://t.co/HKh567GMVw
Impressive performance from McGee over the weekend. Was very effective around the rim and stayed in attack mode throughout. Plays with intensity on the defensive end, as well. Guards multiple positions and gives up his body for charges.
Pro Insight Player Spotlight 🔦 👤 Aaron McGee 🏀 @GillionAcad 🎓 2026 📌 @thegrindsession Louisville 💡The @AStateMB signee put on a high-level scoring display, finishing with 47 points. He was aggressive throughout as a slasher, getting to the rim with straight-line drives https://t.co/ZRRIxeyWys
FINAL @GillionAcadTeam 75 @SocalAcad 72 ‘26 Willie Burnett (📷-Miss St) created his own at will for 24pts. ‘26 Aaron McGee (ArkSt) added well-rounded support with key sparks by ‘26 Christian Morrison, ‘28 Aaron Bryant. ‘26 Trevon Carter-Givens (NC St) shined for SoCal (24pts) https://t.co/qdxIeqmwy9
King Cotton Holiday Classic Game #14 Final Score @GillionAcad 7️⃣1️⃣ 🆚 Atascocita 6️⃣5️⃣ 2026 G Aaron McGee just went off for the Lions posting a jaw dropping line of 32 pts FG 71% 3 reb 3 stl 😳 @TheKingCottonHC @theAaronmcgee https://t.co/0KJE0R40U5