Pitt, OK State and Mississippi State among the mix for 4-star guard Neiko Mundey

One of the top class of 2026 prospects from the state of Maryland is Neiko Mundey, a 6’1 combo guard from Landover. He’s a consensus four-star and top-100 player in the class, known for being one of the better two-way players who can be both a double-digit scorer and an impact individual defender.

The latest update in Mundey’s recruitment includes a list of teams reportedly setting up visits soon. Does any of the following trio stand out as the best option? Here’s a closer look at how Mundey would fit with them. 

Mississippi State Bulldogs

The Bulldogs have one of the best undersized guards in college basketball in Josh Hubbard, who averaged nearly 20 ppg last season. The 5’11 playmaker is back for another year, but could be an NBA Draft candidate. The team also has Georgetown transfer Jayden Epps, who is around for just one more year. Mississippi State does have four-star freshman King Grace joining the roster, but there’s a need for another guard in the 2026 class, such as Mundey, who fits Coach Chris Jans’ system. 

OK State Cowboys

OK State’s backcourt situation includes several transfers, such as senior Kayne Clary (Penn State) and junior Jaylen Curry (UMass). Without a ball-handler in the 2025 class, the team could use Mundey to add to the depth. Plus, he’d have a good chance at getting minutes as a freshman. Something to watch is whether Coach Steve Lutz is a long-term option for the program, who has been struggling in the new Big 12.

Pittsburgh Panthers

Pitt’s projected lead guard is Oregon State transfer Demarco Minor, a senior point guard. Sophomore Brandin Cummings is the only other ball-handler on the roster who’s proven. Coach Jeff Capel has a good history of guard development, but he’s potentially on the hot seat as well, which is something to consider here.