Maximo Adams is a 6-7 small forward from Sierra Canyon in Chatsworth, California, who emerged as one of the biggest stock risers on the Nike EYBL circuit, averaging 20.5 points and 11.4 rebounds while shooting 42 percent from three. A versatile two-way wing with elite rebounding for his position, Adams was named to the 2026 McDonald's All-American Game. He originally narrowed his recruitment to 11 schools before cutting to a final four of Kentucky, Michigan State, North Carolina, and Texas. Adams committed to North Carolina on November 14, 2025, becoming the Tar Heels' first commit in the 2026 class, though his future with the program is now uncertain following the firing of coach Hubert Davis after UNC's first-round NCAA Tournament loss.