Edwards, the No. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Collier is the highest-ranked-prospect to commit to USC since 2000 and is the only five-star point guard to sign with the Trojans during that span. 4 Florida State 149.96. He also has all of the tools that a versatile big in todays game needs. Web2024 Recruiting Rankings. 225, PF / 28 overall prospect Reed Sheppard committed, the Wildcats are firmly in the hunt to finish with the top-ranked class this time around. SG. Get daily insights and the latest scoop on all-things Kentucky. USC already had commitments from four-star combo guard Silas Demary Jr. and Collier's Wheeler teammate Arrinten Page, a four-star forward. CLICK HERE to download the CBS Sports Mobile App and get the latest on your team today. 6-5 / CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Before he cut down his list to Kentucky and Tennessee, Edwards also considered Auburn, Kansas, Maryland, Villanova and the G League Ignite. 247Sports Kentucky reeled in a big fish in the 2022 recruiting cycle on Monday, scoring a verbal commitment from four-star 7-footer Ugonna Kingsley Onyenso to 3 to No. "He sees the floor at a very high-level and very literally makes the game easier for his teammates. Not anymore. 1 on 247 Among his chief competitors for that honor is another Kentucky target in guard DJ Wagner. What to know: Future Kentucky mens basketball players in game in Frankfort Friday night, Class of 2024 Kentucky basketball recruit Tahaad Pettiford makes college commitment, In-state Kentucky recruit Travis Perry being courted by college basketballs best team. The 6-foot-7 star for Imhotep Institute in Philadelphia is considered the No. Hes got versatility, hes got athleticism, hes got a solid shot and he has a great understanding of the game.". Who has power? Where Kentucky recruits stand in updated 247 Sports rankings, Kentucky vs. Arkansas viewing info, what to watch for, and predictions. In order to create the most comprehensive Team Recruiting Ranking without any notion of bias, 247Sports Team Recruiting Ranking is solely based on the 247Sports Composite Rating. Here is a recent evaluation of Edwards from Travis Branham of 247Sports: "Edwards is the most well-rounded player in the class when he's firing on all cylinders. Amid the reclassification of No. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. ", (Photo: Courtesy of Dan Fritz/@DFritzphotos), (Photo: Amanda Inscore, USA TODAY Sports), His combination of positional size, strength, instincts, and overall feel for the game is unmatched," Finklestein wrote of Collier. Recruitment: Being targeted by Alabama, Connecticut, LSU, Duke, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, Syracuse and others. He plays in constant attack mode, accelerates right at his defender while mixing in some shake and shiftiness, scores around the rim with both hands, and is a legitimate threat to create his own shot at all three-levels.. section: | slug: kentucky-basketball-recruiting-four-star-c-ugonna-kingsley-onyenso-commits-to-wildcats | sport: collegebasketball | route: article_single.us | He can really shoot the ball, and he reminds us a lot of a younger Jaren Jackson Jr. Hes a player that can do a lot of versatile things. It may just be the start of things. All Rights Reserved. It isn't just coaches who are looking forward to getting a closer look at him as he's one that the 247Sports crew is also eager to learn more about. A 6-foot-8 wing with the ability to play inside or out, he's got plus athleticism, deep range on his jumper and some real swagger to the way he plays the game. When you keep getting a little better in each area and your frame starts to fill out, then your stock really starts to rise and that's why Chance Puryear of Dallas (Texas) Carter has made a leap. The McDonalds All-American Game is less than a month away, and 48 of 247Sports top 50 recruits in the 2023 classhave committed to play collegiately or professionally, with four-stars Bronny James and Dennis Evans the lone exceptions. 859-429-2848. 6-3 / "His shot-making from behind the arc is his best asset," Finklestein wrote of Mgbako. Recruitment: Offers from Mississippi State, North Texas, Saint Louis, SMU, Texas A&M, Texas Tech and others. 6-6 / The y-axis in this graph represents the percentage weight of the score that gets applied to an overall team ranking. Guys with his size who can stretch floors that are also mobile and have a lot of physical upside, well they tend to see their stock soar. USC landed the crowned jewel of the 2023 class in five-star point guard Isaiah Collier, while Kentucky reeled in the most top-10 commitments with three. National recruiting services are beginning to roll out their updated player rankings for the class, and the Kentucky Wildcats commits and recruits are stacking up to potentially enter greatest class of all time territory. 2026; 2025; 2024; 2023; 2022; 2021; 2020; 2019; 2018; 2017; 2016; 2015; 2014; 2013; 2012; 247Sports Composite. https://t.co/2zuhLMrcjz pic.twitter.com/YO3cIGrTNJ. Highlights: Vanderbilt at No. 4 overall. In retrospect, we should have been much more aggressive. Kentucky's 2022 class was headlined by five-star prospects Cason Wallace and Chris Livingston but finished No. 3 in the 247Sports player rankings for the 2023 class in May. "He makes high-level plays with the ball in the open floor, gets downhill in transition as well as coming off ball-screens, and knows how to change his pace in the pick-and-roll," 247Sports director of scouting Adam Finklestein wrote of Castle. 8 Oregon "He can also make the types of shots that translate to the next level - pick-and-pop threes, slipping out of ball screens to make shots on the move, or creating space with a series of side-step or step-back shots. On the summer circuit, he plays for Team Final. 4 in the nation. 6-11 / 1 small forward in the class and owns a .9980 ranking in the 247Sports Composite rankings. WebStay up to date with all the Kentucky Wildcats sports news, recruiting, transfers, and more at 247Sports.com 247Sports 247Sports Home FB Rec FB Recruiting Home News Feed CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. He has all types of passes in his bag he reads ball-screens well, is poised probing the lane with terrific change of pace, very good penetrating to pitch, able to throw darts off the dribble with either hand, or use his size to throw over top of defenders.". 3 overall prospect in the 2023 class, chose Kentucky over Tennessee and is the highest-rated small forward to sign with the Wildcats since 2000. 6-10 / He has all types of passes in his bag he reads ball-screens well, is poised probing the lane with terrific change of pace, very good penetrating to pitch, able to throw darts off the dribble with either hand, or use his size to throw over top of defenders. Class of 2024 Kentucky basketball recruit Tahaad Pettiford makes college commitment February 1, 2023, 3:12 PM UK Basketball Recruiting In-state Kentucky "He is exceptionally imposing with the ball because of his positional size, strength, body control and balance holding off contact and maintaining his line, even when going through the lane with euros.". Hes also an elite competitor who plays hard, has a way of raising the level of those around him, and doesnt get enough credit for bringing a similar mindset to the defensive end of the floor. 2 power forward. Wagner is a proven and versatile scorer, with numerous weapons at his disposal, Finklestein wrote of Wagner. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. 2 Notre Dame 166.63. Get the fastest scores, stats, news, LIVE videos, and more. Kentucky drops following their loss to Vanderbilt. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. PF / Get the fastest scores, stats, news, LIVE videos, and more. Mgbako is the 23rd top-10 prospect to sign with the Blue Devils since 2000. The trio all played their high school ball on the East Coast. Buzelis is the only top-100 player to turn professional straight out of high school this cycle after the 2021 and 2022 classes yielded seven total. "He sees the floor at a very high-level and very literally makes the game easier for his teammates. Why he moved: One of the most electric wing athletes in the class of 2024, Drake Powellof Pittsboro (N.C.) Northwood started to make his climb up the rankings during the summer of 2022. A long, versatile and skilled forward who can play the three or the four, Owens has turned flashes of potential into more consistent production over the past few months and he still has a lot of room to grow. With Collier's commitment, USC's 2023 class jumped to No. 2 in the 247Sports Team Rankings for the class. He has a high ceiling and has only begun to scratch the surface of the kind of player he can be.. 187, PG / 3 overall, and contending to earn that top spot overall as the season draws near. Bronny James is one of college basketballs biggest recruits of all time, and his decision of where to play basketball at in college is going to redefine what it means to land a recruit. ", Hes a jumbo wing with terrific positional size at 6-foot-8, long arms, and a lot of fluidity as he covers the court," Finklestein wrote of Williams. Hes a willing ball-mover and shows a subtle, but solid, feel as a passer. Wagner is the third-highest-ranked guard to commit to the Wildcats since 2000, trailing only John Wall (2009) and Shaedon Sharpe (2021). 0.9889. WebJoin Today BK Recruiting CBB Recruiting Weekly: Perry drops 61 in front of Calipari; NC State rising; Smith returns; weekend previews Adam Finkelstein BK Recruiting Travis Perry 247Sports was the first major recruiting service to include Sharpe in its national rankings for 2022 last fall, and he steadily climbed that list as his breakout junior The John Clay Podcast: Kentucky-Auburn basketball preview. Booker is the third-highest-ranked prospect to sign with the Spartans since 2000, trailing Shannon Brown (2003) and Jaren Jackson (2017). One of the more feisty competitors at the point guard position, Warren earned a bump up the rankings because of his willingness to compete from end to end and on both ends of the floor. Among those making the biggest climbs are a pair of newly minted five-star prospects in Purdue bound forward Kanon Catchings and North Carolina bound wing Drake Powell who rose a combined 137 spots in the updated rankings. 7:07 pm ET, Alabama vs. Texas A&M odds, how to watch, stream, Duke vs. North Carolina prediction, spread, live stream, Oregon vs. Stanford prediction, spread, live stream, Kentucky vs. Arkansas prediction, spread, live stream, Alabama vs. Texas A&M prediction, spread, live stream, No. 14 to No. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). He displayed body language suggesting that the topic of Dariq Whitehead, who arrived in Durham at No. "He makes high-level plays with the ball in the open floor, gets downhill in transition as well as coming off ball-screens, and knows how to change his pace in the pick-and-roll," 247Sports director of scouting Adam Finklestein wrote of Castle. 6-3 / By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Onyenso's size, movement and defensive instincts could make him a candidate to step into a role as a true freshman next season. Edwards averaged 18.3 points and 8.3 rebounds per game while leading Imhotep to city and state titles as a junior. Recruitment: Visiting UCLA this weekend after recent officials to Kansas and Syracuse. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. "Booker the marquee player in this class at 6-10, with a 7-4 wingspan, coach, (Photo: Courtesy of Under Armour, 247Sports), He makes high-level plays with the ball in the open floor, gets downhill in transition as well as coming off ball-screens, and knows how to change his pace in the pick-and-roll," 247Sports director of scouting Adam Finklestein wrote of Castle. Kentucky. Hes very athletic, not just vertically, but in the way he covers the floor, thrives in the open court, can move laterally, and his speed, Finklestein wrote of Holland. "He is exceptionally imposing with the ball because of his positional size, strength, body control and balance holding off contact and maintaining his line, even when going through the lane with euros.". Kentucky needs their star point guard back asap. 250, SF / "Hes a jumbo wing with terrific positional size at 6-foot-8, long arms, and a lot of fluidity as he covers the court," Finklestein wrote of Williams. WebBrand new player rankings update for the 2024 class has been released! 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. UK doesnt make the cut. 6-7 / 7 Texas Tech 112.75. Each recruit is weighted in the rankings according to a, Readers familiar with the Gaussian distribution formula will note that we use a varying value for. Live updates: Historical windstorm blows in. He has a terrific left hand that allows him to slash and score inside the paint equally well with both hands. ", Tom Izzo said in a press release on Signing Day. 6-8 / 255, / Texas hauled in its second-straight top-10 prospect in power forward Ron Holland, while Colorado secured its first-ever five-star recruit -- small forward Cody Williams. All Atak needs is for more coaches to take the time to go out and see him play and he could become one of the hottest names of the grassroots season. Its surreal. Aaron Bradshaw begins to envision future with Kentucky mens basketball. 6 South Carolina 114.15. The commitment likely solidifies another top-10 class for John Calipari his 14th straight since taking over in 2009 but would be the first of his tenure to rank outside the top five of the national rankings. 6-6 / With AAU done for the summer, the senior season for class of 2023 basketball prospects is only a few short months away. Five-star basketball recruit trims list of schools on his birthday. 195. WebFB Recruiting Northeast OT Jack Hines has second trip lined up to Kentucky VIP Josh Edwards FB Recruiting Updated scouting report on Top247 4-star cornerback Aaron Scott 189, SF / Who are the eight other players that climbed more than 15 spots in this update and why did they go up? The McDonalds All-American Game is less than a month away, and 48 of 247Sports top 50 recruits in the 2023 classhave committed to play collegiately or professionally, with four-stars Bronny James and Dennis Evans the lone exceptions. "Hes very lean, and not yet able to play through contact on a consistent basis, but there is a ton of natural talent to develop. The Cats will be looking to land three top-five prospects in the class. Texas signed the No. 2 overall player in the Class of 2023 by 247Sports, Edwards is UK's third top-30 commitment of the class and second-five star pledge along with guard 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 6-9 / Why he "His combination of positional size, strength, instincts, and overall feel for the game is unmatched," Finklestein wrote of Collier. He has all types of passes in his bag he reads ball-screens well, is poised probing the lane with terrific change of pace, very good penetrating to pitch, able to throw darts off the dribble with either hand, or use his size to throw over top of defenders.". Recruitment: Mississippi State and Saint Louis are among his early offers. The 247 Sports updated rankings prove just that, as Kentucky has three of the top-five players in the class of 2023 signed for next season. Also, check out some recent highlights packages of Kentuckys current three-man 2023 class. Ranked the No. Justin has the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways, Kentucky coach John Calipari said of Edwards. As Kentucky basketball's 2023 recruiting class continues to take shape, follow along here with updates on the Wildcats' commitments. 12 to No. Five-star small forward Matas Buzelis signed with the G Leagues ignite program, becoming the first top-10 recruit to spurn college ball for the pros since Jaden Hardy in 2021. Updated Rankings! A look at forecast, timeline, Coroner releases name of woman who died after wind blew tree onto vehicle in Lexington. 2 overall on the 247Sports 2022 Composite and whose 41.5 13 and Sheppard at No. Why he moved: He may be a bit on the slight side at the moment, but don't let the fact that Dellquan Warren still needs to add strength fool you, he's nobody's pushover. He has a terrific left hand that allows him to slash and score inside the paint equally well with both hands. Famous 300-year-old bur oak was saved from development. 44. 6-9 / Enrolled. He's a 6-foot-7 wing with length and athleticism who can dribble, pass and shoot with a polished offensive package able to go out and create his own offense at any given moment and can rebound and defend at a high level.". Buzelis spurned offers from Kentucky, UNC, Kansas and Duke to choose the G League's Ignite program, becoming the first to do so before finishing his high school career. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Recruitment: Has taken official visits to Oregon and Washington and holds offers from others including Colorado, Ohio State, UNLV and USC. 200, C / USC landed the crowned jewel of the 2023 class in five-star point guard Isaiah Collier, while Kentucky reeled in the most top-10 commitments with three. I really like how active he is defensively and his desire to rebound every ball. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. "He sees the floor at a very high-level and very literally makes the game easier for his teammates. The mid-post has long been a staple of his individual offense, but now hes getting some easy points by moving without the ball more freely.". By submitting your email you agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge Paramounts Privacy Policy. The ability he showed attacking the rim, making plays in the open floor and becoming more confident with his jumper were but an appetizer to what he had planned for the winter. Web2021 Best NFL Basketball Players in Kentucky (0) 2021 . The buzz began with some monster performances for Harbor City (Calif.) Narbonne during the fall and then Adams spent the winter lighting up scoreboards all across Southern California. USC landed the crowned jewel of the 2023 class in five-star point guard Isaiah Collier, while Kentucky reeled in the most top-10 commitments with three. 3 class in 2022 and reeled in two five-stars in 2023, Holland and combo guard AJ Johnson. 7-0 / Kentucky continued its recruiting dominance in the class of 2023, signing the nations top combo guard, small forward and center. "Booker the marquee player in this class at 6-10, with a 7-4 wingspan, coach Tom Izzo said in a press release on Signing Day. Kentucky will look to add a combination of these targets to their lone commit in the 2023 class, in-state legacy recruit, Reed Sheppard, who dropped to 29th, down six But, the 6-foot-9 forward at Fort Worth (Texas) Haltom is mobile, has length and he can really shoot the ball from deep. 1 ranking. Aaron Bradshaw and DJ Wagner star in Frankfort, and other top UK basketball recruiting links. 210, PG / Brown averaged 16 points per game and knocked down 62 3-pointers. As a 7-footer, he can change the game on both ends of the court. 2-ranked combo guard is the first five-star to commit to UConn since Jalen Adams in 2015. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Hes a willing ball-mover and shows a subtle, but solid, feel as a passer. 250, PF / Michigan, UCLA, Cincinnati and USC are the main contenders in this recruitment. The Buzelis is the only top-100 player to turn professional straight out of high school this cycle after the 2021 and 2022 classes yielded seven total. 14 overall in the 247Sports Team Rankings. Texas hauled in its second-straight top-10 prospect in power forward Ron Holland, while Colorado secured its first-ever five-star recruit -- small forward Cody Williams. Dukes 2023 class features five five-stars and is headlined by Mgbako, the nations No. 2 center, signed with Michigan State on Nov. 9 and joins a Spartans recruiting class that features fellow five-star Jeremy Fears and four-stars Coen Carr and Gehrig Normand. Duke, the lone ACC program to sign a top-10 recruit in 2023, welcomes the nations No. 10 in the nation. Why he moved: When you are pushing 6-foot-7, are willing to get after it on defense, can play with some physicality and have the ability to spot up and swish jumpers from deep, then you are going to put yourself on the radar. 228, PF / As he fills out and becomes more physical, he's got the tools to develop into a real problem thanks to his potential to play as either a three or a four on the college level. The 247Sports Composite is a proprietary algorithm that compiles rankings and ratings listed in the public domain by the major media recruiting services, creating the industry's most comprehensive and unbiased prospect and team rankingsMore Info, Powered by innovative technology products, 247Sports employs a staff of more than 50 full time recruiting reporters and evaluators that rank and compile data on the nation's elite high school recruitsMore Info. If there were any concerns over UK coach John Calipari's continued wherewithal on the recruiting trail following the Wildcats' stunning first round NCAA Tournament exit at the hand of No. "Buzelis is very creative with the ball, especially in the open floor, albeit a little upright. "There is no other player in the class who can match his combination of size and playmaking ability, but he tends to hunt highlight plays off the dribble with a high-risk high-reward style that isn't always efficient and can be turnover prone," Finklestein wrote of Buzelis. While his defense is currently ahead of his offense, he has a soft natural touch to develop and is also both a lob threat and a rim-runner who changes ends particularly well for a player his size. Holland is the second-highest-ranked power forward to commit to the Longhorns since 2000, behind Mo Bamba (2017). Onyenso, the No. Taking over the top spot is Isaiah Collier out of Georgia, who jumped up from third to take over the No. 0.9971. He's still got potential as a shooter but what really allowed him to take things to the next level is the way that his body filled out and his athleticism exploded over the last six months. Why he moved: Jacob Cofie first hit the 247Sports radar back in June of 2021 when he looked like a potential Pac-12 type big man while playing with his Sammamish (Wash.) Eastside Catholic squad. 6 in the recruiting rankings for 2022 with the addition of Onyenso. Recruitment: Committed to North Carolina. Why he moved: Out on the West Coast, nobody in the class of 2024 made a bigger impression for a move up the rankings than Marcus Adams Jr. did. The nations No. Here are where the top 10 players in the 2023 class are heading next season: Booker, the nation's No. Justin has the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways, Kentucky coach John Calipari said of Edwards. 7 prospect, power forward Mackenzie Mgbako. Many are speculating that James will decide to play at one of the four major schools in Duke, North Carolina, Kentucky, or Kansas. Bradshaw, Wagners teammate at Camden High School, is the headliner of Kentuckys elite 2023 recruiting class and is the second-best center to sign with the Wildcats, behind DeMarcus Cousins (2009). Dropping off the top spot is Wagner, who now ranks No. WebThe 247Sports rankings are determined by our recruiting analysts after countless hours of personal observations, film evaluation and input from our network of scouts. ", Hes a jumbo wing with terrific positional size at 6-foot-8, long arms, and a lot of fluidity as he covers the court," Finklestein wrote of Williams. The latest outlet to release their updated rankings was 247 Sports. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. (Photo: Courtesy of Sneakers for Santa, 247Sports), (Photo: Courtesy of Dan Fritz/@DFritzphotos, 247Sports). 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