No. 4 2025 American Prospect Shocks Basketball World: Commits to South Carolina Over Texas, Michigan, BYU.
In a stunning turn of events, the No. 4 ranked player in the 2025 class has committed to the University of South Carolina, sending shockwaves through the college basketball world. The 5-star recruit, widely expected to choose between blue-blood programs such as Texas, Michigan, and BYU, instead opted for the Gamecocks, signaling a new era for the program under head coach Lamont Paris.
The player, known for his elite athleticism, two-way versatility, and leadership on and off the court, made the announcement via a nationally televised press conference, flanked by family and coaches. “This wasn’t about the biggest name or the flashiest facilities. It was about fit, loyalty, and who believed in me first,” the prospect said. “Coach Paris showed me I can be the centerpiece here, and that means everything.”
Texas and Michigan had been considered heavy favorites for months, with BYU emerging as a strong late contender due to its recent success and aggressive recruitment. South Carolina, however, had quietly remained in the mix, building a strong relationship with the player and his inner circle over the past year.
This commitment marks one of the highest-rated signings in South Carolina basketball history and gives the Gamecocks a massive boost in their 2025 recruiting class rankings. Analysts now speculate that other top prospects may start taking a closer look at Columbia, a city not traditionally known as a basketball hotbed.
“This is the kind of commitment that changes a program,” said ESPN’s Paul Biancardi. “You don’t land a top-five player unless you’re doing something very right—and South Carolina just sent a message to the entire college basketball landscape.”
Will more elite talent follow? The eyes of the basketball world are now watching South Carolina.
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