Carlos Medlock Jr. is a 5-11 point guard from Wayne, Michigan, who transferred to Link Academy in Branson, Missouri, for his senior season to face higher competition. At Wayne Memorial, he averaged 21.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.0 steals, helping lead the program to its first-ever state final appearance. One of the biggest stock risers in the 2026 class, surging over 130 spots from No. 179 to the top 50 after standout summer play, Medlock committed to Michigan State on July 25, 2025, as Tom Izzo's first 2026 commit, drawn by the desire to play in his home state.