"He sees the floor at a very high-level and very literally makes the game easier for his teammates. 260, C / Highlights: Vanderbilt at No. Highlights: UK recruits Bradshaw, Wagner, Richmond steal show in Camdens win in Frankfort. Robert Dillingham and Reed Sheppard both saw their rankings drop slightly, as Dillingham came in at No. Enrolled. 6-keys: media/spln/collegebasketball/reg/free/stories, at 10 in the nation. 4 in the nation. How has it worked? Updated Rankings! 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. With Collier's commitment, USC's 2023 class jumped to No. 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. Why he moved: When we last updated the 2024 rankings coming out of the summer of 2022, Tyler Betsey was a guy that we seriously considered getting pretty aggressive with from a rankings perspective. 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. 7 prospect, power forward Mackenzie Mgbako. Amid the reclassification of No. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 6-7 / Castle is the crown jewel of the Huskies impressive 2023 recruiting class, which ranks No. 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. Justin has the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways, Kentucky coach John Calipari said of Edwards. Among his chief competitors for that honor is another Kentucky target in guard DJ Wagner. Why he moved: One of the best stories of the 2022-23 season has been the turnaround that Shaka Smart has engineered and Damarius Owens looks like the type of player who fits right into the direction Smart is taking things in Milwaukee. 6-3 / 230, SG / 213, PF / The y-axis in this graph represents the percentage weight of the score that gets applied to an overall team ranking. "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. Ranked as the No. Recruitment: Being targeted by Alabama, Connecticut, LSU, Duke, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, Syracuse and others. 44. "His combination of positional size, strength, instincts, and overall feel for the game is unmatched," Finklestein wrote of Collier. 8 2 1. Kentucky basketball gains recruiting momentum It would be easy to tie the first commitment from a 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. He looks like a good fit for his college choice. 10 in the nation. 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 220, PF / 6-10 / 6-11 / Holland is the second-highest-ranked power forward to commit to the Longhorns since 2000, behind Mo Bamba (2017). He has a terrific left hand that allows him to slash and score inside the paint equally well with both hands. 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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. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 14 to 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. 6 South Carolina 114.15. 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. Now the product of Oakdale (Conn.) St. Thomas More is getting a much deserved bump thanks to showing that everything that we saw in the summer was legit and that he's also improved his all-around game. Texas signed the No. Two of those players are none other than Camden High teammates DJ Wagner and Aaron Bradshaw. That isnt something you can teach, and I know Justin is going to demand the same of his teammates.. 2024 Top There's a chance that he could end up reclassifying to 2023 but for now he's planning to play during the spring and summer and if what he did during the high school season translates, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him make another leap. 187, PG / Recruitment: Offers from Mississippi State, North Texas, Saint Louis, SMU, Texas A&M, Texas Tech and others. Kentucky recruit Travis Perry on cusp of state scoring record, Sweet 16 return. CLICK HERE to download the CBS Sports Mobile App and get the latest on your team today. Why he moved: Make no mistake, Kuol Atak needs to get much stronger. On the summer circuit, he plays for Team Final. 3 overall, and contending to earn that top spot overall as the season draws near. "He sees the floor at a very high-level and very literally makes the game easier for his teammates. 2:12 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, Predictions for key top 25 games on Saturday, Top 25 And 1: ACC trio vies for regular-season title, Detroit-Mercy's Davis doesn't catch Maravich, Three ejected after punch in OVC Tournament game, Kansas wins 17th Big 12 title under Bill Self, Alabama overcomes huge deficit, rallies to top Auburn. A John Calipari legacy recruit could change that. "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. HighKanon Catchings is just scratching the surface of how good he can be. WebCollege basketball recruiting: USC's Isaiah Collier highlights where 2023's top 10 players CatsPause 17:49 28-Feb-23 SEC Network posts up for women's, men's SEC tourneys 6-6 / The most impactful trait we can have on the defensive end is the ability to block shots, and Aaron is elite at that, Calipari said of Bradshaw. That isnt something you can teach, and I know Justin is going to demand the same of his teammates.. the floor general at Erie (Pa.) Keystone isn't a pure jump shooter just yet, but he isn't afraid to take a big shot either and makes more than enough from deep to keep defenders honest. Kentucky basketball signee Robert Dillingham opted for Overtime Elite. 2-ranked combo guard is the first five-star to commit to UConn since Jalen Adams in 2015. Kentucky. Kentucky moved from No. 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. The trio all played their high school ball on the East Coast. 6-keys: media/spln/collegebasketball/reg/free/stories, at 1 on 247 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. Why he moved: A 6-foot-8 forward who has skill, length, fluid athleticism and feel for the game, Brownsburg (Ind.) Hes a willing ball-mover and shows a subtle, but solid, feel as a passer.". Overtime Elite pro basketball league was met with skepticism. I was at home. Bradshaw, Wagner bring the Camden High School show to UK basketball fans. There's a new No. "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. Texas signed the No. Go Cats!!! Aarons motor continues to improve, he has great size and mobility. Recruitment: Committed to North Carolina. 250, PG / 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. Holland is the second-highest-ranked power forward to commit to the Longhorns since 2000, behind Mo Bamba (2017). 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.. Given that, along with his size and shooting potential, he has a chance to evolve into the modern-day big wing that is so coveted at the highest level.. Live updates: Historical windstorm blows in. 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. 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. He has a pretty jump shot out to the three point line, is a versatile scorer who can play as a big wing or a floor stretching four man and he's gaining more and more confidence each time he hits the floor. 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.". "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. He was named a McDonalds All-American nominee and earned Damien Class and Mira Costa All-Tournament Team honors. 7-0 / "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. 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.". 6-6 / He is not only the first five-star but the first top-50 recruit to commit to the Buffaloes since 2000. UK is No. ESPN NFL Draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. revealed Tuesday his updated 2023 NFL Mock Draft, complete with several head-turning projected trades that would shake up the 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. With Edwards, Dillingham and No. 6-11 / 6-4 / 225, SF / By submitting your email you agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge Paramounts Privacy Policy. 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 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.". During the rankings discussions, there were some on staff who felt he could have been moved much higher so his ascent may just be starting. 6-7 / 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. Duke, the lone 6-11 / CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. He has terrific size, can play multiple positions and can score the ball at all three levels. 2 Notre Dame 166.63. 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. Web2024 Recruiting Rankings. "His combination of positional size, strength, instincts, and overall feel for the game is unmatched," Finklestein wrote of Collier. 2 power forward. Hes a willing ball-mover and shows a subtle, but solid, feel as a passer. He displayed body language suggesting that the topic of Dariq Whitehead, who arrived in Durham at No. 2-ranked combo guard is the first five-star to commit to UConn since Jalen Adams in 2015. 250, SF / 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. 215, PG / WebKentucky Wildcats College Basketball, College Football and Recruiting on 247Sports Magazine More Magazines by 247Sports Clemson Tigers College Football, Basketball and Recruiting on 247Sports By 247Sports Florida Gators College Football, College Basketball and Recruiting on 247Sports By 247Sports 5 Michigan 118.91. 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. Kentucky continued its recruiting dominance in the class of 2023, signing the nations top combo guard, small forward and center. Many are speculating that James will decide to play at one of the four major schools in Duke, North Carolina, Kentucky, or Kansas. Richmond earned a spot in the rankings coming out of the summer thanks to good size and potential as a deep jump shooter. CLICK HERE to download the CBS Sports Mobile App and get the latest on your team today. 6 in the recruiting rankings for 2022 with the addition of Onyenso. With the ties both have had to the Kentucky program over the last several months, landing them both is certainly on the table. 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. He's a solid vertical athlete who is also capable of utilizing his touch around the rim to make tough finishes with both hands.". But, the 6-foot-9 forward at Fort Worth (Texas) Haltom is mobile, has length and he can really shoot the ball from deep. 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. Kentucky Wildcats College Basketball, College Football and Recruiting on 247Sports Kentucky's 2022-23 season following familiar script Kentucky's 2022-23 season following familiar script 247sports.com - Chris Fisher 1d If you've followed Kentucky basketball in the John Calipari era, this season has followed a familiar script. Here are where the top 10 players in the 2023 class are heading next season: Booker, the nation's No. 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. Aarons motor continues to improve, he has great size and mobility. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. (Photo: Courtesy of Sneakers for Santa, 247Sports), (Photo: Courtesy of Dan Fritz/@DFritzphotos, 247Sports). All-New 24/7 Sports News Network: Stream Now! Recruitment: Visiting UCLA this weekend after recent officials to Kansas and Syracuse. 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. 859-429-2848. Ben Roberts. "His shot-making from behind the arc is his best asset," Finklestein wrote of Mgbako. 6-6 / 6-11 / 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. Who has power? The Wildcats bring back the reigning national player of the year in Oscar Tshiebwe, a big man who dominated on the glass and in the paint last season, but behind him a clear dearth of depth was a major concern. 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. 1 prospect in the class of 2023 basketball rankings per @247Sports. 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. Kentucky Dad Podcast with Jesse Riffe from LEX 18 News, Otis Grigsby joins latest episode of Bleav in Kentucky, Kentucky basketball recruiting in the 2023 class, Justin Edwards recruiting DJ Wagner and Aaron Bradshaw to Kentucky, Big Sky Tournament 2023: Bracket, schedule, scores, teams, and more, Patriot League Tournament 2023: Bracket, schedule, scores, teams, and more, Purdue Mens Basketball is the 2022-2023 Outright Big Ten Champion, Sucker punch in OVC tournament leads to 3 ejections, Takeaways from Michigans double overtime loss to Illinois. Kentucky might be considered a basketball school, but the Wildcats $45 million upgrade to its football training facility in 2016 totaled 100,000 square feet and 15 seed Saint Peter's, this should quell it. Also, check out some recent highlights packages of Kentuckys current three-man 2023 class. A look at forecast, timeline, Coroner releases name of woman who died after wind blew tree onto vehicle in Lexington. 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. 1 Georgia 225.76. Taking over the top spot is Isaiah Collier out of Georgia, who jumped up from third to take over the No. He already has a great understanding that he can positively impact winning without scoring. A Sea of Blue comes loaded with the best Kentucky Wildcats links, news, analysis, and other fun stuff, so like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. When we saw him this winter, we were impressed by his ability to initiate offense out of the high post, smart passing, scoring while facing the rim and that he was able to do all of that without neglecting his duty to handle some of the dirty work around the rim. 175, PG / Kentucky needs their star point guard back asap. 2 power forward. For the three commitments in the class, Justin Edwards was the highest, coming in at No. 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. 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. The McDonalds All-American game is less than a month away, and 48 of 247Sports 2023 Top 50 Basketball Recruits have committed to play collegiately or 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. "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. 6-2 / 4 Florida State 149.96. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. 3 class in 2022 and reeled in two five-stars in 2023, Holland and combo guard AJ Johnson. He also has all of the tools that a versatile big in todays game needs. The Wildcats will look to bounce back and even the season series against Arkansas. SG. Gambling problem? 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. ", 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. He has a terrific left hand that allows him to slash and score inside the paint equally well with both hands. 232, PG / "Buzelis is very creative with the ball, especially in the open floor, albeit a little upright. "He sees the floor at a very high-level and very literally makes the game easier for his teammates. 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.. 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. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Class of 2024 Kentucky basketball recruit Tahaad Pettiford makes college commitment February 1, 2023, 3:12 PM UK Basketball Recruiting In-state Kentucky