May 2023 Basketball Wiretap

Motiejus Krivas Commits To Arizona

May 16, 2023 11:17 PM

7-foot-2 center Motiejus Krivas committed to Arizona on Tuesday.

Krivas is rated one of the top international prospects going to college.

"Their desire to have me on the team stood out the most. I felt that they really want me, and I think their style of play suits me the best," said the 18-year-old.

Krivas made his debut in the Euroleague for Zalgiris this season.

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Mackenzie Mgbako Commits To Indiana

May 13, 2023 1:38 AM

Mackenzie Mgbako announced his commitment to Indiana on Friday.

Currently the No. 9 ranked prospect in ESPN's Top 100 for the 2023 class, Mgbako decommitted from Duke in April.

"My decision will put me in a position to flourish and thrive. The staff showed a lot of love and I trust them. They have a need for my game. It's a great fit. If I do my job, I will have the opportunity to start. I can bring scoring, rebounding and passing," he told ESPN.

Mgbako chose Indiana over Kansas. 

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Bronny James Commits To USC

May 6, 2023 8:09 PM

Bronny James announced his commitment to USC on Saturday.

James, a four-star recruit, is the No. 19-ranked prospect in the 2023 class by ESPN.

James chose USC over Ohio State and Oregon.

James is currently projected as the No. 10 pick in ESPN's 2024 NBA mock draft. 

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Yves Missi Reclassifies Into Class Of 2023

May 3, 2023 11:18 PM

Five-star Baylor center Yves Missi reclassified into the 2023 class on Wednesday.

Missi, who originally committed to Baylor for the 2024 class, is currently ranked the No. 13 prospect in the ESPN 100 for 2024.

Missi joins another five-star recruit in Ja'Kobe Walter in Baylor's 2023 class. 

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Brady Dunlap Commits To St. John's

May 3, 2023 12:46 AM

Brady Dunlap committed to St. John's on Tuesday, giving Rick Pitino his first recruit since taking over as head coach of the program.

Dunlap is currently ranked No. 86 in ESPN's top 100 for his class.

"I was sold on his player development and his résumé. When you look at his track record, he has won everywhere he's been and his players have really improved into all-league players, such as Luke Hancock, Donovan Mitchell, Peyton Siva and many more," said Dunlap.

Dunlap chose St. John's over North Carolina, Villanova, Penn State, and others. 

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