There is a rich history of Long Island boys basketball, from the 1950s with superstars such as Jim Brown of Manhasset and Carl Yastrzemski of Bridgehampton. Both went on to spectacular Hall of Fame careers in football and baseball, respectively, but they also left their mark on the hardwood.

Many high school boys basketball stars have made their cases for The Oklahoman’s Super 5 Player of the Year. Here is a look at 15.

New Jersey has been a hotbed for boys basketball talent for the years and this season is no exception. The NJ Advance Media boys basketball staff has done its homework, going back through last week’s games and double-checking notes to find some of the top performances throughout the state.