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re: Arkansas Basketball 2026 (and beyond) Recruiting Thread **G JJ Andrews Commits**
Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:41 pm to RazorHawg
Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:41 pm to RazorHawg
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1. THE RACE ATOP THE RANKINGS TIGHTENS; STATUS QUO REMAINS
No. 1-ranked prospect A.J. Dybantsa retained the top spot in the rankings update, but a compelling case could also be made for the consistently dominant Cameron Boozer, who continues to hold down the No. 2 spot.
There was internal discussion about flipping the top two prospects this time around, but the conversation was fleeting due to Dybantsa’s rarity and monster long-term professional upside. Boozer is nipping at Dybantsa’s heels, however, as the Duke legacy prospect continues to dominate both the high school and AAU circuit while leading teams to championships on almost every level.
Meanwhile, the 6-foot-8 Dybantsa is the most versatile two-way prospect in the country and is in the midst of an impressive Nike EYBL season of his own. This spring has seen the five-star wing fill it up from everywhere on the floor while shooting a solid percentage from deep and showing out as a high-energy defender that terrorizes passing lanes and contests shots at the rim.
For now, the Dybantsa-Boozer debate centers on a conversation about dominance versus diversity of skill. No matter which side you’re on, there’s little to separate the two mega-prospects.
2. CHRIS CENAC JR. MAKES MASSIVE JUMP
One of the biggest risers in this rankings refresh, Chris Cenac Jr. has announced his presence as a true national prospect while running with YGC Hoops on the upstart Puma Circuit but also shining brightly when his squad plays crossover events that allow him to showcase his ability against teams from other shoe circuit programs.
Cenac’s jump from No. 37 to No. 17 is the product of a skill set that makes him an absolute nightmare in transition or exploiting bad matchups on the perimeter. The Louisiana native also has become a reliable ball-handler and creative passer on the break. Cenac makes life difficult on opponents in a laundry list of ways, not the least of which is his work on the defensive end, where his 6-foot-10 frame and impressive fluidity allow him to guard nearly anyone on the floor. Cenac is a reliable scorer inside the paint and has become a much more consistent long-range shooter as well.
He could continue to shoot up the rankings in the coming year, as his length, agility and skill set suggest the top tier of the rankings is not out of reach.
3. NATE AMENT CRACKS TOP 10
Newly minted five-star Nate Ament has spent the spring turning high-level potential into consistent production, as the Maryland-based wing has been an absolute star for Team Loaded on the adidas 3SSB Circuit while making overwhelmingly positive impressions at USA Basketball U18 training camp as well as at the FIBA U18 AmeriCup. The 6-foot-7 Ament is getting a bit more polished with each month, and it’s clear he’s been working on his handle.
In an era where versatility reigns above all, the long, athletic Ament’s developing guard skills have him looking every bit the top-10 prospect.
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Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:41 pm to RazorHawg
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Five prospects that boosted their stock last week
What a difference a week makes, especially during circuit season where a strong run can catapult a prospect from underrated to can’t miss.
With key events like the NBPA Top 100 Camp and the FIBA U18 AmeriCup concluding over the last seven days, certain prospects managed to raise their stock, whether it was a double down of what we’d seen in the spring or an eye-opening dominant run.
Here are a few of the names that stood out.
Darius Acuff Jr.
Acuff dominated the Nike EYBL Scholastic League with IMG Academy this past season, leading the league in scoring then upped that average even more with The Family this Nike EYBL summer season. Last week he was named MVP of the FIBA U18 AmeriCup, averaging 17.8 points, 4.7 rebounds and four assists a game. Acuff consistently dominates the game in a multifaceted way, thriving as a scorer and playmaker and bringing alpha energy throughout the course of a game.
Chris Cenac Jr.
Cenac sent his stock into the stratosphere this past week, averaging 18.6 points, 11.4 rebounds and 1.6 blocks a game and taking home MVP hardware at the NBPA Top 100 Camp. NBA scouts raved about his versatility at 6-foot-10 with the ability to break down multiple defenders and create offense for himself and his teammates.
Cenac jumped up 20 spots to No. 17 overall in the Rivals150 and picked up offers from Michigan State, Connecticut, Michigan, UCLA and Kentucky, among others, over the last few days alone. Now he’s announced that he’s heading to national hoops powerhouse Link Academy for his senior season where he’ll play in the grueling Nike EYBL Scholastic League. That should only enhance his stardom after what’s turning out to be a stellar summer.
Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:44 pm to RazorHawg
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NO. 1 2025: AJ DYBANTSA
A 6-foot-9 jumbo wing with a wingspan exceeding 7 feet, an emerging 200-plus-pound frame and an advanced understanding of how to score from his spots (even in a half-court game), AJ Dybantsa is the best prospect in high school basketball.
Dybantsa possesses a lethal pull-up game with a high release and a smooth ball rotation. He's been a celebrated prospect since before he entered high school. Yet, he has avoided the pitfalls of early stardom by consistently improving his game at each level. He was the leading scorer in the Peach Jam last year as an underclassman and shows flashes of untapped potential on defense thanks to his size and movement skills.
The bottom line is this: Dybantsa controls his own future. If he continues on his current path, then there's no one in high school basketball with more potential than him.
NO. 2 IN 2025: CAMERON BOOZER
There isn't a more reliable prospect in high school basketball than Cameron Boozer. His game is as mature as his approach — fundamentally sound and consistently dependable. One of two twin sons of former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer, the 6-foot-9 forward is similarly built to his father with long arms spanning more than 7 feet. He is a solid vertical athlete and an underrated lateral defender. He possesses excellent hands, is a skilled passer, consistent rebounder and boasts a high basketball IQ. You could place him in a college game right now and he would hold his own physically while contribute to winning on both ends of the floor.
NO. 3 IN 2025: DARRYN PETERSON
Darryn Peterson is the premier rising senior guard in the country. He possesses a blend of size, length, strength and skill which allows him to smoothly score and create plays from multiple positions. He has a natural touch and the ability to make shots from beyond the arc. He is equally adept at scoring over smaller defenders with his mid-range game or by attacking the basket. He can play effectively on and off the ball and his frame —standing 6-foot-5 with a wingspan of 6-foot-10 — creates mismatches on the court.
NOTABLE PLAYERS IN THE 2025 CLASS
Darius Acuff (No. 4), Koa Peat (No. 5) and Caleb Wilson (No. 6) have maintained their positions atop the national senior class. But new challengers have emerged in recent months, making for an intriguing summer ahead.
Mikel Brown (No. 8) has closed the gap in the backcourt, thanks to a late growth spurt. He's now emerging as a highly skilled, true point guard. Meleek Thomas (No. 10), Brayden Burries (No. 12) and Jasper Johnson (No. 14) have also maintained their five-star status.
Nate Ament (No. 7) and Chris Cenac (No. 15) are two rapidly emerging frontcourt players who have a lot of potential. Ament was considered for a move into the top-5. And if he continues to progress this summer, that jump could become a reality. Cenac impressed at the NBPA Top 100 Camp and his tryout for the USA Basketball U17 team will likely highlight his considerable upside.
Will Riley (No.9) has experienced a steady rise that stated during the winter season at Phelps and continuing through the spring. However, his future in this class remains uncertain. His college decision is set for June 23 and rumors of possible reclassification are circulating.
With these updated rankings leading into the peak of the grassroots season, we are entering arguably the busiest time of the year. As a result, don't be surprised to see these names (and others) shift positions before the summer ends.
Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:46 pm to RazorHawg
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Chris Cenac adds his fifth star
This ranking update saw the five-star players move from ten to 11. Welcome Chris Cenac to the conversation. The 6-foot-10 power forward from Baton Rouge (LA) Isadore Newman moved from No. 18 to No. 6 in the latest update.
Cenac’s rise into the top ten has been a steady climb. He first moved into the top 25 of On3’s 2025 ratings in the October 2023 update. He then moved into the top-20 in January of 2024 where he remained for the April 2024 update.
What first opened our eyes to Cenac was the natural athletic fluidity he had with his size and length. There simply are not many 6-foot-10 players who are able to move like he is. When you added in the comfort and touch he showed in stepping out and shooting the corner three, the upside was noticeable. Since that initial rankings bump, Cenac has continued to grow his game.
He is now starting to fill out physically. Showing a strong base and core. It has helped him score around the basket, establishing position and taking contact while scoring over his left and right shoulder. However, where Cenac has really grown his game is rebounding. During the USA Basketball Junior National Team Final Four Minicamp, Cenac was the best rebounder in the building. Cenac is still an upside defender able to switch and slide as well as protect the rim. He is also a capable pick-and-pop shooter.
The development has been on a steep slope over the past 12 months, and the 6-foot-10 forward simply continues to grow.
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5-star PF Chris Cenac
Size: 6-10 / 210
School: Isidore Newman (LA)
Offers: Alabama, Indiana, Kansas, Baylor, Creighton, LSU, Louisville, others
On3 Ranking: No. 7
247Sports: No. 48
ESPN: No. 36
Rivals: No. 37
Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:46 pm to RazorHawg
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Chris Cenac is an interesting prospect. The 6-foot-10 power forward played his high school ball at New Orleans (LA) Isadore Newman this season. He is playing this summer with the YGC program on the Puma Pro16 Circuit. Here at On3, we are higher than the industry on the Louisiana-based power forward, ranking him as the No. 6 overall player in On3’s updated 2025 ratings.
On3 leaves nothing to question when we talk about the objective of our rankings. The goal is to assess a prospect’s long-term potential, ultimately manifested by the NBA Draft. Our ranking does not assess who had the best high school career or who will be the best college player. This is why we will shoot to end each cycle with 14 five-star prospects. We follow the lead of the NBA Draft Lottery. This can be a different methodology from others, but our vision when creating our rankings is draft night.
On3 has Cenac ranked No. 6. He is ranked No. 49 by 247 Sports, No. 36 by ESPN, and No. 38 by Rivals. Criteria can be different across the industry when it comes to players and the order they are ranked. So let’s break down why On3 is higher on Chris Cenac than the industry.
Cenac’s frame and fluidity
While the numbers are in place and they are impressive, what first pops with Chris Cenac is his physical presence. Cenac is listed at 6-foot-10, he carries a plus-five (7-foot-3) wing span with broad shoulders and big hands. He also has a strong physical base that has consistently developed over the past six to eight months.
While he will need to continue adding strength to his core and upper body, his frame checks a lot of boxes as he continues to progress. Along with that frame, and gaining strength, Cenac also carries natural athletic fluidity. He is able to open his hips, change direction, and slide his feet. You can see a switchability factor in his game as he continues to learn the finer nuances of angles and defensive footwork.
With Cenac’s length and size, he is already a good rim protector and an excellent rebounder. He high-points the ball and collects control. From there Cenac is comfortable getting it to the guard and following the play or pushing the break and getting his team into a set. When he pushes the break, he is under control and rarely holds on to the ball for too long oftentimes getting rid of the ball by mid-court and getting it back to finish at the rim.
To that end, Cenac runs the floor very smoothly. He quickly switches ends as a long-strider and he attacks the front of the rim. It is unique to find a player both big and fluid with an athletic burst, Cenac naturally carries each of those traits, which starts the conversation for him.
He is already producing
While there is a lot of talk about what Chris Ceanc could become with his frame and his natural athleticism, the 6-foot-10 power forward is already consistently producing double-double stat lines. This high school season, Cenac averaged 13.9 points and 10.2 rebounds in 27 games played.
He is a presence around the basket, comfortable within a system of getting over his left shoulder. He is developing counters, and while inconsistent at this point, Cenac sets a considerable target on the block for his would-be passer establishing a solid base.
Cenac also shows touch, finishing through contact with both hands. At a lengthy 6-foot-10, he can also step out and comfortably knock down a three off the catch. While he was not asked to do that much during the high school season, he does with his travel team. On the Puma Pro16 Circuit, he is shooting 35.7 percent from three, the shot load and release look clean and he knocked down multiple threes in each of the games I watched live. He is also adding 14.1 points and 9.8 rebounds.
Cenac also shot 58 percent from the field this high school season while adding 1.9 steals and 1.3 blocks per game. He plays comfortably within himself while continuing to add to his game. The counting stats clearly show a big forward with versatility who is already producing where he is at.
Chris Cenac’s considerable upside
In the class of 2025, Chris Cenac is young. For example, No. 3 overall Caleb Wilson, On3’s No. 2 ranked power forward in the 2025 class, has a July 2006 birthday. Cenac’s birthday is February 2007. While the long-armed, 6-foot-10 forward is already producing numbers when he steps on the floor, he has a lot of room for continued growth.
While recently playing at the USA Basketball Junior National Team Final Four Minicamp, Cenac was the best rebounder in the field of sixty-six players. In the invite-only event that spanned across multiple age groups, Cenac’s motor was impressive, but so was his ability to read the ball off the rim. He consistently secured traffic rebounds with two hands and corralled them to end the possession and start the play.
He is still learning the finer nuances on the defensive end of the floor. While his natural ability gets him into passing lanes and affecting things around the rim, he is still developing his footwork and his help-side rotations. With his averaging 1.9 steals and 1.3 blocks this high school season, much of that was based on natural ability. His ability to change direction and slide his feet makes his defensive ceiling interesting in the world of versatile and mobile defensive schemes.
Cenac also carries a natural touch. When watching him play recently, Cenac comfortably knocked down threes off the catch in pick-and-pop situations and he stepped into them off the bounce. He will need to continue working on his footwork and balance within the shot, but the ability to stretch the floor and add spacing is continuing to develop and currently looks like something that could develop into a weapon within his game.
He needs added strength and see continued growth, and even with already routinely producing double-doubles, Cenac still has a lot of growth potential to still reach his considerable ceiling.
Projecting Cenac moving forward
There are a lot of buzzwords surrounding what is important in basketball today. You consistently hear words like switchability, processing, shooting, positional size, etc. when talking about players at the highest levels. Rarely do players possess all of the tools, which is one of the reasons why 98 percent of NBA players are role players.
Chris Cenac naturally carries a few of those tools. At 6-foot-10 with good length, he has the positional size to play at the highest level. What makes that interesting is the switchability and fluidity. With his size, he also has a loose and fluid athleticism. The defensive upside is very intriguing as he continues to progress his game. Being able to wall up on the block and slide his feet with perimeter-based forwards is very attractive at the highest levels of basketball.
There is also the shooting touch. While he was not asked to do it much during the high school season, Cenac has range that extends beyond the three-point arc. He is confidently taking that shot. He is adding mid-post work and can score on the block. The necessary polish is obvious, and he needs continued game reps.
Projecting players is an imperfect science. Individual player’s growth can be fluid. There are a lot of indicators and data points to track to see how a player is trending. There is also the good old-fashioned eye test. Chris Cenac naturally has a lot of the indicators that are very trendy at the highest levels of today’s game and he has a skill set that continues to get better.
Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:48 pm to RazorHawg
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On3 MVP 4-star PF Chris Cenac
When it comes to bigs, at this camp, Chris Cenac might be on a level of his own. The 6-foot-10 power forward has excellent size and length, but he also moves in a very fluid manner. Cenac has been able to show a vast offensive bag, finished at the rim, stretching the floor, and also throwing passes from multiple levels. On3’s No. 6 overall in 2025 finished with 24 points and 14 rebounds in his first game of the day. He has great size and fluidity, his ball skills are developed as he pushes the break and makes plays. The piece that remains consistent with Cenac is his rebounding. He has good hands and excellent timing.
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On3 MVP: 5-star PF Chris Cenac
Chris Cenac came into the NBPA Top 100 Camp as the highest-ranked player, No. 6 in On3’s 2025 class. Through the four days of the camp, the 6-foot-10 forward quickly became the talk of the camp. Cenac intrigued with his fluid athleticism and versatile ball skills. For starters, at his height, with his length, Cenac led the camp in rebounds (11.4) and he finished third in blocks with 1.6 per game. After securing rebounds, Cenac proved to be a threat to push the break. He showed an array of ball-handling abilities in the open floor, including in-and-out dribbles, euro steps, and change-of-direction dribbles that allowed him to put pressure on the rim.
Once Cenac got to the rim, he was explosive and violent. Finishing with two hands, in traffic, well above the rim. He also showed he could be a threat as a jump shooter. We have written about his shooting touch before, and he showed capable of much of the same this week. He knocked down shots off movement, stepped into shots, and made some from the corner off the catch. Throughout the camp, he showed off his versatility, and with that, the highest-ranked player coming into camp, played like the highest-ranked player throughout the camp.
Cenac averaged 18.6 points, 11.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.6 blocks through the camp. While only being ranked among the top 25 by On3 coming into the camp, he walked away as the camp’s MVP.
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Chris Cenac, the No. 6 overall player in the 2025 On3 150, will transfer to Branson (MO) Link Academy to play his senior season.
“I wanted a chance to play at the highest level and against the best competition in the country, on the EYBL league, to get my game better,” Cenac told On3.
The 6-foot-10 On3 five-star who is originally from Louisiana recently took home MVP honors from the 30th Annual NBPA Top 100 Camp after averaging an 18.6-point, 11.4-rebound double-double while leading the camp in rebounds.
The fact that Link Academy plays on Nike’s EYBL Scholastic Circuit played a role in Cenac’s decision, but so did his familiarity with the coach and their vision for his development.
“I could see the way they are going to develop me,” Cenac said. “I’m going to have 24-7 gym access, I could be in the gym two or three times a day. I also had a previous relationship with Coach (Chad) Myers, and I felt comfortable with him.”
Chad Myers, the first-year coach at Link Academy, feels that Cenac has a chance to be special as a player.
“His versatility is off the charts,” Myers told On3. “He can score it at all three levels, he rebounds it at a high level, he can rebound and push the ball to make plays. One thing I liked the most about him is that I’ve been tracking him for over a year now, and each time I would see him over that year, he would keep getting better.”
Myers continued, “With the way the NBA is trending, they are looking for big, physical forwards that teams can play through. He is exactly that type of player.”
Cenac continued that thought, “I’m a versatile, do-it-all forward. I can guard the one through five, post up, handle the ball, shoot, and rebound.”
NBPA Top 100 Camp MVP and USA Basketball U17 Training Camp Invite
The NBA Players Association celebrated their 30th Annual Top 100 Camp this week in Orlando, Florida. Past campers include NBA All-Stars Anthony Edwards, Bam Adebayo, Zach Lavine, Devin Booker, Trae Young, Paolo Banchero, LaMarcus Aldridge, Stephen Curry, Anthony Davis, DeMar DeRozan, Kevin Durant, De’Aaron Fox, and many others.
Through the four-day camp, the 100 or so players played upwards of nine games. Pre-approved media were joined by college coaches from across the country, and NBA scouts to watch. Cenac, who at No. 6, came into the camp as its highest-ranking player, was the talk of the camp – by all onlookers – ultimately earning MVP honors after averaging a double-double.
“It was a great experience,” Cenac said. “I got to play against the best players in the country and showcase my game and what I can do. I think I’m one of the best players in the country.”
Straight off his performance in Orlando, Cenac is preparing for the USA Basketball Junior National Team U17 Training Camp. At this training camp, USA Basketball has invited 35 domestic players who were born in 2007. Throughout the camp, the roster will be cut from 35 to 12. The final 12 will then practice before heading off to Istanbul, Turkey to represent the U.S. in the June 29-July 7 FIBA U17 Men’s World Cup.
“I’m blessed to get invited to earn a spot on the team,” Cenac said. “That is my goal, to make the USA U17 team. It would mean a lot to be able to represent my country.”
Chris Cenac’s recruitment has exploded
On3 first put Chris Cenac in its top 25 in September of 2023. He climbed into the top 20 in January of 2024 where he has remained. Since that time, when he had less than a handful of offers, Cenac’s recruitment has picked up a lot of steam. His most recent five offers came this week from UConn, UCLA, Michigan, Kentucky, and Oklahoma State.
Cenac, now the No. 6 overall player in 2025, claims 28 offers. He has not taken or scheduled any official visits at this point. The On3 five-star has taken unofficial visits to LSU and Houston.
Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:49 pm to RazorHawg
Arkansas offered Chris Cenac June 16th.
Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:50 pm to RazorHawg
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On3 MVP: Five-Star Plus+ SF AJ Dybantsa
On a floor filled with players who are used to being the best players on the court, AJ Dybantsa was the alpha. Dybantsa, a 6-foot-9 small forward at Hurrican (UT) Utah Prep, displayed a wide array of shot creation throughout the small-sided and five-on-five sessions. On3’s No. 1 overall player in 2025 is among the five tallest players in the camp. His ability to self-create consistently earned him clean looks at the basket. He decisively got downhill in the half court, knocked down spot threes off-ball rotations, and he elevated in the mid-range to knock down pull-up jump shots. His offense was not forced, but he was able to get a lot of what he wanted throughout the two sessions. He was also the loudest voice in the gym.
3. Five-Star Plus+ PF Cameron Boozer
Throughout the last four years, Cameron Boozer has continued to spoil onlookers with consistency and productive outputs. The 6-foot-9 forward is currently leading Nike’s EYBL Circuit in points and rebounds per game. Boozer, the son of former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer, has a sturdy frame with very strong hands. Where he shines is with his positioning. He has the ability to read the play and seemingly always be in the right spot to make the play. Boozer is a smooth catch-and-shoot threat from beyond the arc. He scores around the basket and he is an excellent area rebounder, seemingly gathering every ball off the rim and either tossing an outlet or pushing the break. Boozer won gold medal with this group last year, at the U16 level, as he led the team in scoring and earned MVP honors. He is steady.
4. Five-Star Plus+ PF Koa Peat
Koa Peat is a veteran of USA Basketball, winning gold medals each of the last two years. Listed at 6-foot-8, Peat continues to be a matchup issue. His versatility allows him to line up at multiple levels on the floor. He is an excellent passer with touch and good floor vision. He likes to face up, whether he is pushing the break off the rebound or getting the ball in the half-court. Scoring the ball, Peat is at his best when getting downhill toward the rim. He has a soft touch, is able to finish with both hands and absorb the contact. The Five-Star Plus+ forward has a nose for the play, and he seems to consistently find a way to be involved.
6. 4-star PF Chris Cenac
While the fireworks did not flash here, like they did when he earned MVP of the NBPA Top 100 Camp last week, Chris Cenac found his comfort zone early on Day 1 of the camp. The 6-foot-10 power forward was one of the top rebounders in the camp. He chased everything in his area and was able to consistently high-point, and secure, rebounds in traffic. Cenac also showed intriguing touch, knocking down multiple mid-range jump shots off the catch. The most interesting piece of Cenac’s game today was the passing. He threw multiple outlet passes on a dime as well as some good finds as his team ran actions off him in half-court sets. He was excellent as the roll man in the pick and roll, consistently finding his space and scoring at the basket. Cenac’s skill set is expansive, which is very intriguing, and each time on the floor his confidence rises. The ceiling is high for Cenac.
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On3 MVP: Five-Star Plus+ SF AJ Dybantsa
In a gym filled with alpha players, the biggest alpha of the group was unquestioned. AJ Dybantsa was able to impose his will against anyone who lined up against him. Dybantsa is listed at 6-foot-8. He has a long frame and explosive athleticism. He was very decisive with his moves as well, planting his foot and getting downhill without much dancing. The pull-up jump shot was a weapon and he was able to get to his spots in the mid-range. He will need to continue shoring up the three-point shot, but even in this setting, against top players from across the United States, he was able to get clean looks at the basket anytime he wanted.
Dybantsa was vocal throughout the camp. He directed traffic on defense, cheered for his teammates, and spoke up with teammates. His flash plays made onlookers take notice and his consistent performances were impressive.
3. Five-Star Plus+ PF Cam Boozer
Cam Boozer has become the definition of consistency in this class. The 6-foot-8 forward consistently finds himself in the right position and he consistently delivers in making a play. Boozer is a strong area rebounder and an excellent passer. The son of former USA Basketball gold medalist Carlos Boozer, the forward has scored the ball well this week while connecting those players around him. Boozer was the MVP of the FIBA Americas U16 Championship last year with this group. He has brought a leadership factor to this group and a competitive fire that has set the tone.
5. 4-star PF Chris Cenac
Chris Cenac is coming off an NBPA Top 100 Camp that saw him open eyes by earning MVP honors. In that camp, Cenac showed his ability to handle the ball from knockdown jump shots. In this setting, he played an entirely different role. Cenac rebounded the ball, on both ends at a high rate. He finished shots around the basket and knocked down pick-and-pop mid-range jump shots. He had some flashes in the open floor when he would grab a rebound and push and he spaced the floor with a couple of threes, but he carved out his role of what this team needed, and leaned into the defense, running the floor, and the rebounding and did each of them very well. Cenac’s ability to move and versatility on defense fit right in with the pressing style of this team. Cenac has a high ceiling as a player.
6. Five-Star Plus+ PF Koa Peat
Koa Peat affects the play across the board. With his size and physicality, he is a natural rebounder and defensive presence. But when you add in his basketball IQ and skill set, you see consistent production, each time he steps on the floor. Listed at 6-foot-8, Peat has already won two gold medals with USA Basketball, earning one with the U17 team two years ago and then U16 last year. While he did not pad any one stat through the week, he firmly put his fingerprints in each category, connecting the pieces around him.
9. 4-star PG Cayden Boozer
There are so many players in this camp who are able to initiate from different positions, so Cayden Boozer has been able to find his production this week on the defensive end. He has good positional size with solid athleticism. Boozer has been physical at the point-of-attack and he has shown excellent anticipation in the passing lanes. Offensively, he has acted as a connector, limiting turnovers, and quickly getting his team into sets. Boozer is a veteran of USA Basketball, having won a gold medal with this group at the U16 level last year.
Posted on 6/21/24 at 4:51 pm to RazorHawg
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It happens every spring. The national blowup. While Chris Cenac was far from an unknown entering the spring, it's hard to imagine any player in the class of 2025 has seen his stock soar as much after the the versatile 6-foot-10 big man from New Orleans landed 21 high major offers in less than two months.
Heading into the spring, Cenac had spent the last couple of years hovering in the top 50-60 range of the national rankings. He had showed plenty of promise but not yet any consistency. After crushing it on the Puma circuit with YGC, tearing up the NBPA Top 100 Camp and making USA Basketball's U17 national team, there are no longer questions about his consistency and he's moved up to No. 15 in the national rankings while landing over 20 new scholarship offers in just a month and a half.
Was it a case of everything coming together for a young player or just a matter of coaches and scouts finally seeing what he is capable of? Cenac answered that question.
"I think it's a bit of both," Cenac told 247Sports. "I'm in the gym every day working, doing what I can to get better and at the same time I just needed a platform where I could show my skillset and show NBA scouts, college coaches and the world what I can do.
"Just how versatile I am. I feel like I can do a little bit of everything on the court. I can play defense, I can dribble the ball, I can shoot the ball, post a guy up just do a bit of everything."
Prior to the spring Cenac already had offers from programs like Auburn, California, Houston, LSU, Memphis and Tennessee. Over the last few months things have gone bonkers with the likes of Arkansas, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Texas, UCLA, two-time defending National Champion Connecticut and many others offering. Things have happened so fast that Cenac and his family haven't even had a chance to process it all.
"It has been kind of hectic but it has given me a lot of confidence and the drive to just work harder and push harder," said Cenac. "I'm blessed to have those offers and things like that. But I'm still focused on getting better and making it to my main goal."
He hasn't set any official visits yet but Cenac has seen two campuses unofficially in Houston and LSU.
Houston: "They have a culture and are like a family over there. Coach Sampson is a great coach, they have a good campus and it's a good program."
LSU: "It was pretty good. They are still trying to rebuild their team so I'm looking forward to seeing what they are going to be like this upcoming year."
While the offers and attention continue flow, Cenac says that he and his family won't start sorting things out until they get some down time. When they do, the typical things will be most important.
"Right now, I'm focused on USA Basketball and finishing up AAU," said Cenac, "Then me and my family will sit down and talk about that later on after the summer.
"We'll be looking my relationship with the coaches. We'll look for a school that is going to develop me. Also the opportunity for me to be able to play when I get to school and that's the main things."
Posted on 6/24/24 at 1:44 pm to RazorHawg
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Chris Cenac Jr.
Gotta start with the versatile 6-foot-10 forward after his dominant week at the NBPA Top 100 Camp where he averaged 18.6 points, 11.4 rebounds and 1.6 blocks a game en route to taking home MVP hardware.
The trip to Turkey is the perfect opportunity for him to show consistency and prove that shining bright among the country’s brightest stars wasn’t just a one-off. Cenac plays in PUMA’s competitive, yet less publicized Pro 16 League and has been dominant, evident of his 20-spot jump to No. 17 overall in the Rivals150.
Now, he’s got a golden opportunity to build on the hype he created after dominating, arguably, the most competitive camp of the summer.
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Cameron Boozer
Boozer has obliterated the competition all summer in the Nike EYBL, leading the league in points (24.5) and rebounds (12.4). Boozer checks in at No. 2 overall in the Rivals150 and he’s teaming up with the No. 1 prospect AJ Dybantsa. This could be the platform he needs to edge Dybantsa at the top.
The gap between the two spots is paper thin and Boozer is Dybantsa’s only real threat for the top in the class. At 6-foot-10, his ability to produce in a multifaceted way is his greatest asset and what could make him the most productive player.
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Koa Peat
Peat is one of the most decorated players on the roster with three state titles and two gold medals with USA Basketball over the last two years. That experience could bode well for his potential emergence on this team after a dominant summer in the adidas 3SSB.
At 6-foot-8, Peat’s ability to play strong and aggressive attacking the paint and rebound should keep his stats high throughout the event and could lead to his emergence as a leader. Peat checks in at No. 6 overall in the Rivals150.
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Cayden Boozer
Boozer has a real opportunity to potentially break the assists record at the event, which could solidify him as the best true point guard in the class. The U17 roster is filled with versatile forwards and big guards who can play multiple positions, but Boozer is the best pass-first playmaker option on the roster.
He currently checks in at No. 2 overall in the Nike EYBL in assists, averaging 5.9 a game. His ability to run the show and elevate his teammates' production could propel him to new heights when it’s all said and done.
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As the No. 17 overall prospect in the Rivals150, Chris Cenac doesn’t typically have to “tryout” for most teams. That said, he’s fully aware that said experience produces an intensity that ultimately produces improvement across the board.
That’s why it meant so much more to him earlier this week when he was one of 12 players picked to suit up for Team USA’s U17 National Team which will compete at the FIBA U17 Men’s World Cup June 29 - July 7 in Istanbul.
“It’s really intense and very stressful,” Cenac said of trying out. “But you just had to fight through that adversity and keep up your intensity. Everyone there was elite, so it takes your game to another level.”
Cenac’s been able to sustain that dominant level for the last couple of weeks, earning his spot after taking home MVP honors at the NBPA Top 100 Camp last week.
That kind of run has earned the versatile 6-foot-9 forward 10 offers over the last week from programs such as UCLA, Connecticut and Oregon.
Coming into the spring, he had 11 offers, and now he sits at 33 and counting with Texas, Arkansas, Michigan, Kentucky and Kansas all in the mix.
“My goal coming into the spring was to come out and play hard and prove that I was one of the top players in the country,” Cenac said. “It wasn’t about picking up particular offers. I knew that if I came out and did that, everything else would take care of itself. For me, it’s always about the work.”
That much was evident coming into the season when he opted to run in PUMA’s Pro 16 league and not the traditional trio – Nike, adidas, Under Armour – of shoe circuits.
“It was more about the team I’m playing for letting me showcase all of my abilities,” said Cenac, who has averaged 16 points and 11 rebounds a game this summer. “Like I said, my biggest thing is getting better, so I wanted to be on a team where I could work on all of my skills. I didn’t care about being on any particular circuit. I just wanted to get better. I’m always pushing myself.”
That trend continued recently when he announced that he’d be suiting up for Link Academy for his senior season after leading Isidore Newman to three-consecutive state titles.
“I’m not much of an attention guy,” said Cenac, who has already taken unofficial visits to LSU and Houston. “After the summer I’ll sit down with my family, and we’ll look at cutting things down. For now, I’m putting everything into winning gold and finishing the summer strong.”
Posted on 6/24/24 at 5:03 pm to RazorHawg
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Malachi Moreno, On3’s No. 1 ranked center in the 2025 class, has narrowed his list of schools down to eight. Moving forward, the 7-foot rising senior out of Great Crossing (KY) will consider Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisville, North Carolina, Notre Dame, and Ohio State.
Out of his finalists, the four-star prospect has taken an official visit to Iowa and unofficial visits to Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio State, Notre Dame, and Arkansas (old staff).
In addition to his final eight schools, he also received offers from Cincinnati, Xavier, Tennessee, Purdue, Missouri, Creighton, NC State, Virginia Tech, and others.
Moreno says he does not currently have any visits scheduled and also does not have a timeframe for a commitment.
According to On3’s Top-150 Player Rankings, Moreno is the No. 16 overall player in the class. He’s also the No. 1 player in the state of Kentucky.
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What Moreno is looking for in a school
In a previous interview with On3, Malachi Moreno discussed what he was looking for in a college program.
“I’m going to be looking for a place where I can grow my faith. Grow as a player, grow as a person, and be in a family-type environment. I like versatility, but, at the end of the day, I just want to win. Making sure my team has more points on the board than the other team. Whatever I need to do to make that happen, that’s what I want to do.”
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“The first thing that pops with Malachi Moreno is his size. He is a legit 7-footer with good length and a projectable frame. The athletic fluidity is intriguing with Moreno. He runs the floor well and he is able to open his hips and change direction. Moreno is a good area rebounder. Will get in the paint and mix it up an attack the boards with two hands. He finishes around the basket with both hands and above the rim. He has a go-to move over his left shoulder and is comfortable getting to that on the block. Like to see him continue developing the counters. Defensively he is a solid rim protector and he walls up well, staying under control in the paint. He has touch and can stretch the floor, will need to make a couple of tweaks with his release that flatten things out, will help become a better free throw shooter as well. He has nice upside as a big man and he has continued to improve each time he’s stepped on the floor over the past 8-12 months. A lot that translates.” – On3’s Jamie Shaw
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One of the top center prospects in the 2025 class has narrowed his recruitment down to eight schools, with John Calipari and Arkansas making the cut. 4-star center, Malachi Moreno, revealed his final eight schools on Monday afternoon. Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisville, North Carolina, Notre Dame and Ohio State also made the cut for Moreno, alongside the Razorbacks.
At 6-11, 230, Moreno is currently the No. 1 prospect in the state of Kentucky, the No. 3 overall center and No. 26 player in the 2025 class by 247Sports. According to the industry-generated 247Sports Composite Rankings, Moreno checks in as the No. 2 center in the country and is rated as the No. 28 overall prospect.
A priority prospect for Calipari and the Razorbacks, Moreno has been busy showing off his skills on the grassroots circuit this summer. He participated on the adidas 3SSB circuit and was recently part of the NBA Players Association Top 100 Camp in Orlando.
Moreno was dominant at the NBPA Camp, leading his team to an 8-0 record in the event and a win in the championship game. He averaged 17.7 points and 8.6 rebounds per game, which included scoring 20 or more points in three different games. Most recently, the Georgetown (KY) native helped guide Great Crossing High School to a runner-up finish in the KABC Titans Shootout.
The Razorbacks, like the other seven schools on Moreno's list, are hoping to host the No. 3 overall center on a visit in the near future. Speaking to Michael McCammon of Cardinal Authority recently, Moreno revealed he has no visits scheduled yet.
"I haven't set any visits yet, but I'm looking forward to it," Moreno said. "We'll just see what happens."
Calipari and Arkansas have only hosted one player from the 2025 class on a visit so far this summer. 5-star point guard Darius Acuff Jr. visited Fayetteville back in May. Another 5-star guard, Meleek Thomas, is set to begin an official visit tomorrow, June 25, and will be on campus through the 27th.
This post was edited on 6/24/24 at 8:38 pm
Posted on 6/24/24 at 5:36 pm to RazorHawg
Puma can get fricked for what they charge for attendance.
$30/person for a day pass plus charging for parking.
$30/person for a day pass plus charging for parking.
Posted on 6/25/24 at 12:49 am to pioneerbasketball
saw where a har-ber? kid was going to oak hill.
Posted on 6/25/24 at 7:38 pm to RazorHawg
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Arkansas basketball has added another player to the 2024-25 roster for next season. According to multiple sources, Class of 2024 guard Jaden Karuletwa has committed to the Razorbacks and John Calipari. HawgSports can confirm that Karuletwa is a full scholarship addition to the roster.
The 6-6, 180-pound shooting guard from Sun Valley, CA played at Village Christian High School last season. Across 28 games, Karuletwa averaged 14.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.3 steals per game as a senior, per MaxPreps.
With the announcement of Karuletwa, that now puts the Arkansas roster at 11 players for the 2024-25 season. Karuletwa joins Boogie Fland, Karter Knox and Billy Richmond as the four incoming freshman for next season's roster.
This is the first outside commitment for the program since May 26 when former Kentucky guard DJ Wagner committed to the Razorbacks. Since then, Trevon Brazile announced his return to the program and former walk-on Lawson Blake was added to the roster as well.
Calipari made waves earlier in the offseason when he opened up on changing his roster-building philosophy this year. Instead of using NIL to fill out all 13 roster spots, Calipari reserved that to just nine players. The remaining spots are used on players who, like Karuletwa, would typically be considered walk-ons with no scholarship.
"Now, people talk about walk-ons, it's a different era," Calipari said back in May. "A walk-on for me will be on full scholarship...like the old days of full scholarship. So, he's just going to have to work his way into the NIL, and it still means I'm going to play the best people. But we have not really started on those other two or three positions."
As things stand currently, Calipari and the Hogs now have two scholarship roster spots remaining, if they choose to use them. The team has two traditional walk-on spots open as well.
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The Arkansas basketball team has added another piece to its roster, as HawgBeat confirmed Tuesday that 2024 guard Jaden Karuletwa is committed to the Razorbacks.
A 6-foot-6, 180-pound shooting guard out of Sun Valley, California, Karuletwa averaged 14.1 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game as a senior at Valley Christian High School according to MaxPreps.
Karuletwa joins fellow high school prospects Boogie Fland, Karter Knox and Billy Richmond as part of the 2024 recruiting class.
Karuletwa will also be a full scholarship addition, HawgBeat can confirm, and the 10th on the Razorbacks' roster. He marks the first commitment the Hoop Hogs have landed from outside of the program since Kentucky transfer DJ Wagner pledged to Arkansas on June 5.
"You may think I'm crazy, but I told my staff, I only want to have eight or nine guys," Calipari said on May 2. "They're leaving anyway, and why would I develop a guy for someone else? Why would I do that? But, an injury and now we have seven or six. I coached six when I was at UMass. Then the other piece becomes — you put that together and now I'm hearing a lot of guys are saying eight or nine guys. If there is a 10th guy, he knows he's the 10th."
3 spots remain
Posted on 6/25/24 at 11:42 pm to RazorHawg
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Arkansas basketball has added another guard to the roster for the upcoming 2024-25 season. HawgSports has confirmed transfer guard Melo Sanchez is officially committed to the Razorbacks and John Calipari. Sanchez confirmed the news with a post to his Instagram account late Tuesday night.
Sources also confirmed that Sanchez is expected to be a full scholarship addition. The 6-4, 185-pound guard arrives at Arkansas after playing for Hawai'i Pacific (D2) for the past two seasons. He averaged 14.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists on 36/35/80 shooting splits across 29 games last year.
The addition of Sanchez is the second confirmed commitment for the Razorbacks in 24 hours. Earlier on Tuesday, the Hogs added Class of 2024 guard Jaden Karuletwa to the roster. Arkansas sits at 12 confirmed players on the roster for the upcoming 2024-25 season.
Today's two commitments were the first outside additions for the program since May 26 when former Kentucky guard DJ Wagner committed to the Razorbacks. Since then, Trevon Brazile announced his return to the program and former walk-on Lawson Blake was confirmed to be returning to the team as well.
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Head coach John Calipari and the Razorbacks have landed their second commitment of the day, as Division II Hawaii Pacific guard Melo Sanchez committed to Arkansas on Tuesday, HawgBeat confirmed.
A 6-foot-4, 185-pound soon-to-be junior, Sanchez averaged 14.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 34.3 minutes across 29 games in 2024. He also shot 36.0% from the field, 34.6% from beyond the arch and 79.8% from the charity stripe.
His season-high in points came against Slippery Rock on Nov. 26, when he scored 32 points in 36 minutes on 8-of-14 shooting with six made threes. Sanchez crossed the 20-point threshold five times with two 30-point outings.
As a freshman in 2023, Sanchez shot far better from the floor with a 49.1% field goal percentage, as well as a scorching 46.8% three point mark. He also averaged 14.4 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists across 28 games.
Sanchez will be on scholarship, per source, which makes him the 11th on the Razorbacks' roster. The San Diego, California, native joins 2024 high school prospect Jaden Karuletwa as players to commit to the Hoop Hogs on Tuesday.
"You may think I'm crazy, but I told my staff, I only want to have eight or nine guys," Calipari said on May 2. "They're leaving anyway, and why would I develop a guy for someone else? Why would I do that? But, an injury and now we have seven or six. I coached six when I was at UMass. Then the other piece becomes — you put that together and now I'm hearing a lot of guys are saying eight or nine guys. If there is a 10th guy, he knows he's the 10th.
“When we talk about walk-ons, it’s a different era. A walk-on for me will be on full scholarship…like the old days. He’s going to work his way into the NIL.”
2 spots remain
Posted on 6/28/24 at 2:19 pm to RazorHawg
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Darius Acuff, the top-ranked point guard in the 2025 class, has decided to take the next step in his recruitment and narrow down his list of schools. Moving forward, the 6-foot-1 rising senior out of IMG Academy (FL) will consider Arkansas, Kansas, Michigan, and UConn.
Of his finalists, Arkansas, Kansas, and Michigan (old staff) have hosted the five-star recruit on official visits. He does not currently have any other trips scheduled.
Acuff, a native of Detroit, Michigan, also received offers from programs like Pitt, Nebraska, Providence, DePaul, Alabama, Xavier, LSU, St. John’s, Houston, Missouri, Rutgers, Ohio State, Indiana, UCF, Michigan State, TCU, and Georgia Tech.
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Acuff talks programs involved
In a previous interview with On3, Darius Acuff discussed several of the schools recruiting him.
ARKANSAS: “Coach (John) Calipari treats you like family. He welcomed me in on my visit (to Kentucky) like he knew me already. It was a great visit overall. I really enjoyed it and I am looking forward to visiting them again at Arkansas. They like my aggressiveness. He says he likes how I am able to get downhill, my pace, and my attitude for the game. They see that I just love the game so much and I just want to win.”
MICHIGAN: “It felt like home there. Coach (Juwan) Howard is my dog. He is like a lost uncle. It was sad to see him leave, but they have a great coach there now. One of the first things Coach (Dusty) May said to me when he called was, ‘We hoop over here.’ It was a great conversation we had, he is a good guy, a basketball head for sure. He is trying to get the program back to its winning way and bring what he built at FAU to Michigan.”
KANSAS: “Bill Self is a savage, man, that is my dog. It was a great visit overall. They felt like family there. It is a different atmosphere there. I went there for an unofficial visit too, I went for a game. So I’ve been to Kansas twice. That atmosphere there is the best in college basketball, it was great to see. I talk to the staff all the time. Coach (Kurtis) Townsend, and Coach Self, I talk to them all. Our relationship has grown a lot.”
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What he’s looking for in a school
Acuff said what he wants in his future program in a previous interview with On3.
“I want to play for a coach who is going to let me be me out there, but also someone who will hold me accountable for everything I do. Play for a coach that won’t let me do anything that will hurt my game. I want to play for a coach that will develop me. I’m trying to go to the league.
“College is different, man. I’m going to look at the trainers they have and the nutritionists to get my body right. They play 40-minute games and it gets up and down. So I’m looking at all that.”
Scouting Report
“Darius Acuff steps on the court with a swagger. He has long arms and a purposeful handle. Acuff is a capable scorer from multiple levels, showing deep range off the bounce or the catch. He is comfortable pulling up in the mid-range and he has a crafty bag around the rim. Acuff is more quick than fast. He has a good first step, getting to his spots, but he needs to continue to work on his burst around the basket. Acuff is a solid passer, making reads and distributing passes on target. He needs to continue getting strong passing off movement. He can also get shot happy. While he has put up big scoring totals, he does so mainly with a lot of shot attempts at this point. His over-dribbling can kill the flow of an offense. Efficiency is a big thing with Acuff, his totals can be inefficient. He has quick hand when guarding the ball in the open floor. He seems to have a competitive fire and no fear.” – On3’s Jamie Shaw
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Arkansas and head coach John Calipari are part of 2025 five-star Darius Acuff's final four schools, he announced Friday. The nation's No. 9 overall player and No. 4 point guard in the 2025 class, Acuff is also considering UConn, Kansas and Michigan.
Acuff visited Arkansas on May 10 to get a new look at Calipari in Fayetteville after Acuff decided to no longer consider Kentucky, where Calipari spent the last 15 seasons.
“I’ve never been there but I know it’s a great school," Acuff told Rivals before the trip. "I’m looking forward to getting there. Cal says it’s a great place and that he’s the same old Cal just at a new school. He told me it’s the same mission.”
A 6-foot-2, 170-pound native of Detroit, Acuff is a star at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. He's also part of the 2024 USA Men's U18 National Team.
"A volume-scoring guard capable of making difficult shots look easy and absolutely taking over games from a scoring standpoint, Darius Acuff is as exciting as prospects come," Rivals' Rob Cassidy wrote Monday. "The Detroit native continues to make small strides when it comes to his shot selection, which still needs refining, but he is already one of the most reliable and explosive scorers in the country. Acuff is a shot-hunter that creates for himself off the bounce and has become a better passer in recent months."
Acuff earned a gold medal with the 2024 USA Men's U18 National Team at the FIBA U18 AmeriCup on June 9. He started all six games and collected MVP and All-Star Five honors after averaging a team-high 17.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 24.2 minutes per game. Acuff had 26 points (11-18 FG), 6 rebounds and 9 assists in the Final against Argentina, which the USA won, 110-70.
Posted on 7/2/24 at 12:54 pm to RazorHawg
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Arkansas head coach John Calipari made the trek to Istanbul, Turkey this past weekend to catch some of the FIBA U17 World Cup action. Seven Razorback recruiting targets across the 2025 and 2026 classes saw action in USA Basketball's first three games.
USA Basketball went a perfect 3-0 in group play with victories over France on June 29 (101-84), Guinea on June 30 (124-49) and China on July 1 (146-62). Since the U17 FIBA World Cup began in 2010, the USA has won gold in all six tournaments.
This past weekend marked another short evaluation period (June 28-30) for college coaches before another dead period began on Monday (July 1). Calipari was one of a handful of coaches from top programs in attendance. Aside from Arkansas, other programs with coaches reportedly present included Alabama, Duke and Kansas.
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CLASS of 2025 TARGETS
AJ Dybantsa | 6-9, 200, PF | 5-star, No. 1 overall
Game 1 (vs. FRA): 19 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 5 steals
Game 2 (vs. GUI): 19 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals
Game 3 (vs. CHN): 11 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists
Cameron Boozer | 6-9, 235, PF | 5-star, No. 2 overall
Game 1 (vs. FRA): 29 points, 12 rebounds, 2 steals
Game 2 (vs. GUI): 17 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists, 6 steals
Game 3 (vs. CHN): 20 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 steals
Koa Peat | 6-8, 235, PF | 5-star, No. 5 overall
Game 1 (vs. FRA): 18 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steals
Game 2 (vs. GUI): 14 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, 1 block
Game 3 (vs. CHN): 11 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assists, 4 steals, 1 block
Chris Cenac | 6-10, 230, C | 4-star, No. 15 overall
Game 1 (vs. FRA): 5 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 blocks
Game 2 (vs. GUI): 11 points, 5 rebounds
Game 3 (vs. CHN): 7 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 4 steals, 1 block
Cayden Boozer | 6-3, 190, PG | 4-star, No. 20 overall
Game 1 (vs. FRA): 2 points, 4 rebounds, 9 assists, 3 steals
Game 2 (vs. GUI): 6 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals
Game 3 (vs. CHN): 3 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals
CLASS of 2026 TARGETS
Tyran Stokes | 6-7, 245, PF | 5-star, No. 1 overall
Game 1 (vs. FRA): 12 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, 1 block
Game 2 (vs. GUI): 9 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals, 1 block
Game 3 (vs. CHN): 14 points, 8 rebounds, 10 assists, 2 steals, 1 block
Brandon McCoy | 6-4, 170, PG | 5-star, No. 2 overall
Game 1 (vs. FRA): 2 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals
Game 2 (vs. GUI): 4 points, 2 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, 1 block
Game 3 (vs. CHN): 9 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, 1 block
Posted on 7/2/24 at 12:55 pm to RazorHawg
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Five-star guard Darius Acuff Jr., is one of the most prolific scorers in the country and in possession of a long, extensive list of scholarship offers. He’s recently narrowed his focus to include just four options, however, as Kansas, Arkansas, UConn and Michigan are the only programs that remain in the race to land his pledge.
Today, Rivals national analyst Rob Cassidy ranks the contenders to land Acuff, who is yet to set a commitment date but could come off the board in the near future.
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Kentucky was thought to be among the leaders to land Acuff back when John Calipari was coaching the Wildcats, and the work the celebrated head coach did to forge a bond with Acuff and his family seems to have seamlessly transferred to Arkansas.
Acuff’s May visit to Fayetteville went well and seems to have put Calipari and his new program in the driver’s seat of the volume scorer’s recruitment.
There’s plenty of time for Michigan or Kansas to make a move here, as no commitment date has been announced, but Arkansas fans should feel some serious optimism. The sooner a commitment comes, the better for the Hawgs.
Posted on 7/2/24 at 4:01 pm to RazorHawg
Lawson tore acl 
Posted on 7/3/24 at 5:17 pm to pioneerbasketball
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