Four-star PG Josh Hubbard receives NLI release from Ole Miss after Kermit Davis firing

Josh Hubbard, a four-star point guard in the 2023 class, has received his National Letter of Intent release from Ole Miss after the university to decided to part ways with head coach Kermit Davis.

“Due to the announcement of Coach Davis, I have received my release from Ole Miss and will inspect other options at this time. I would like to thank Ole Miss and Coach Davis for recruiting me and the Rebels will still be a option.”

The 5-foot-10 senior out of Madison (Miss.) Ridgeland Academy is the all-time leading scorer in Mississippi high school history (4,275 points).

Hubbard committed to Ole Miss back in September before making it official and signing during the early period in November. He ultimately chose the Rebels over Mississippi State and Seton Hall. He also received offers from USC, Houston, Xavier, among others.

Hubbard ranks as the No. 99 prospect in the 2023 class, according to the On3 Industry Rankings. The On3 Industry Ranking is average ranking from all four major recruiting media companies. He’s also ranked as the No. 18 point guard in the class and the No. 1 prospect in the state of Mississippi.

Hubbard Scouting Report

Josh Hubbard Scouting Report from On3’s Jamie Shaw:

“Josh Hubbard is a strong-framed, tough-minded guard. He can touch the paint at any point in the possession. He has the balance and sturdy frame to take a bump and not get knocked off course. He is an explosive and crafty finisher at the basket. Hubbard can get tunnel vision to the basket, but he showed improved vision this summer as a willing passer with talent around him. Defensively, Hubbard has quick, active hands and can defend full court. Think along the lines of a Will Bynum archetype.”