Michigan Wolverines Basketball Recruiting: U-M Offers 2021 Point Guard. Michigan basketball's 2021 recruiting class currently ranks No. (Photo: Courtesy photo by Alex Conover). Here are the details and first public comments from Juwan Howard […] Ranking: No. Michigan basketball has the No. And he has a good-looking jumper. 114 overall, No. List of Michigan Wolverines men's basketball's top targets in the 2021 recruiting class. Become a UM Hoops member today and access exclusive content and ad-free reading for just $3 per month. Prospects who have committed elsewhere or who have eliminated the Wolverines are not included. 20 overall, No. Michigan appears to be in good shape for 2021 point guard Jalen Warley, but the Wolverines are casting a wide net. Find out which top basketball recruits are committed to the Michigan Wolverines at WolverineNation. Read more on the Michigan Wolverines and sign up for our Wolverines newsletter. (Photo: Kobe Bufkin). Ranking: No. Contact Orion Sang at osang@freepress.com. Here's how it shakes out. He has the potential to be the best pure scorer in this class with the ability to drive and finish at the rim or shoot off the dribble. Here is a look at Michigan State basketball’s No. Michigan’s 2021 recruiting board a who’s who of top basketball prospects Updated Apr 21, 2020; Posted Apr 21, 2020 Michigan coach Juwan … Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about. The Wolverines have received letters from intent from Caleb Houstan, Moussa Diabate, Frankie Collins, Kobe Bufkin, Will Tschetter and Isaiah Barnes. [ Caleb Houstan should make immediate impact for Michigan next season ], IMG forward Moussa Diabate(14) drives to the basket during the National Hoopfest at Briarcrest Christian High School on Jan. 4, 2020 in Eads, TN. Michigan State Basketball is heavily targeting both 4-star Forward Jeremy Sochan and 4-star PG Jaden Aikens from the 2021 recruiting class. Ranking: No. You will need to register before adding a comment. Michigan signed 20 players during the 2021 cycle so far giving the Wolverines the No. 6 class in the country, according to 247Sports’ team rankings. Even though the 2021 recruiting class is not quite wrapped up yet for Michigan basketball, it’s never too early to look ahead. Ranking: No. A link has been sent to your friend's email address. His ability to stretch the floor at his size could lead to some mismatches in the Big Ten. It's OK to disagree with someone's ideas, but personal attacks, insults, threats, hate speech, advocating violence and other violations can result in a ban. Either way, Michigan needed to add a big man to next season's roster, and they got one of the nation's best in Diabate. Here are Michigan State's basketball recruits for the 2021 and 2022 classes ... as Tom Izzo and his coaching staff have spent the summer turning in arguably the best recruiting … [ How Juwan Howard's latest 5-star coup fits in for Michigan basketball ], Former AZ Compass Prep guard Frankie Collins runs the point during a game at The PHHacility in Phoenix, Ariz. (Photo: Instagram). 3 nationally in the 247Sports team rankings behind USC and Louisville, while claiming the top spot in the Big Ten Conference. Barnes has been somewhat overshadowed by some of Chicago's other top prospects, but it's easy to see why he blew up. For that reason alone, he could be a very exciting player to watch. The buzz: Bufkin has long been considered one of the top prospects in Michigan, and for good reason. If Michigan basketball does close out their 2021 class by landing Efton Reid and Caleb Houstan, they would finish with a six man class consisting of … Michigan Wolverines basketball coach Juwan Howard speaks to the media on Monday, Nov. 9, 2020. The buzz: The most recent player to join the class, Diabate might also have the most long-term potential. The buzz: Houstan, who reclassified from the 2022 class this summer, is the jewel of Michigan's class. News More News 7/29/2020 basketball Edit. 29 power forward. RELATED: Michigan Wolverines Basketball Recruiting: Kobe Bufkin Announcing Friday Welcome to our new and improved comments, which are for subscribers only. 21 small forward. The rankings for the class of 2021 have been updated and explosive wing Jonathan Kuminga of The Patrick School in New Jersey continues his reign atop the rising senior class.. Kuminga headlines a class where there isn’t too much change since we last compiled rankings in mid-January. While the status of linebacker Jaydon Hood was clarified, and that he would sign with Michigan football after all, not long after it appeared he would wait until national signing day in February, it was a big unknown what his cornerback teammate Ja’Den McBurrows would do. Bouncy, sweet-shooting wings are coveted at any level of basketball, and if Barnes hits his ceiling, he will play a valuable role down the line. Typed comments will be lost if you are not logged in. With several elite prospects already committed, Big Ten basketball's power structure in the 2021 recruiting class is clear. Together, that six-man class is the top-ranked class in America. Will Tschetter attempts a layup during a game. He also knows how to get to his right hand to score down low. 1 recruiting class in the country Updated Oct 30, 2020; Posted Oct 30, 2020 Caleb Houstan, competing for Canada, drives during the FIBA U16 Americas Championship 2019. His jump shot, which is still developing, could determine how much pro potential Collins has. Michigan Wolverines 2021 Michigan Basketball Commitment List As … The lanky big man looks like a perfect fit for modern basketball: He can protect the rim, guard multiple positions and has a rare offensive skill set for a prospect his size, with an improving jump-shot and surprisingly good ball-handling and passing. The opening day for the 2021 early signing period was pretty wild for the Michigan Wolverines. Michigan's 2021 class is now two members deep after the recent commitment of ... Michigan Basketball … 6-ranked 2021 recruiting class as it stands after signing day Wednesday: *Rankings are from 247SportsComposite. You do not need a Facebook profile to participate. A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. The other tools are certainly there. 2 power forward (according to the 247SportsComposite). Senior Editor. Find what players have committed to your favorite school. To find out more about Facebook commenting please read the Conversation Guidelines and FAQs. (Photo: Ariel Cobbert, The Commercial Appeal ). Pos. Menu. There are six players in the class, with five expected to sign by the end of the day; the sixth, Isaiah Barnes, is expected to sign Friday. Please be polite. The buzz: Barnes' recruitment exploded this offseason. Limited Time Only! MGoFish Michigan football, basketball, and recruiting coverage. All rights reserved. The 2022 class is … John Beilein holdover had a big hand in it ]. Bufkin also has solid size and length and, depending on how his ball-handling and passing ability progress, could potentially play point guard. 2 while … Follow him on Twitter @orion_sang. 12 class … Michigan formally announced the signing of all six of its committed prospects today. Below is a table of offered prospects from the 2021 class. But he also has substance to go along with the flash: He's a willing passer who has the potential to be the primary creator for an offense. [ Howard's vision for Wolverines comes into focus with Frankie Collins commitment ], Kobe Bufkin and his family pose for a photo with Michigan basketball coach Juwan Howard. Unlike last year, there were curveballs all around. The buzz: Collins has exceptional athleticism for his size. Michigan formally announced the signing of all six of its committed prospects today. 1 as the early signing period begins Wednesday. Ranking: No. It’s always best to learn from mistakes in a win. Meet what could be Michigan's best recruiting class since Howard and the Fab Five signed in 1991: Montverde Academy defeated IMG Academy in the 2019 Culligan City of Palms Classic Championship Game Monday, December 23, at Suncoast Credit Union Arena. Chris Balas • TheWolverine. Smooth and skilled forward Patrick Baldwin Jr. from the Milwaukee area comes in at No. John Beilein holdover had a big hand in it, Tschetter, who is the least-heralded member of the class, also saw his recruitment take off, Will Tschetter says his own tour of campus sealed the deal for U-M, MHSAA football playoffs to restart: What we know, Lions changing radio homes, back to 97.1 The Ticket, Michigan DL Paye, OL Mayfield sign with agents, end college careers, How the Lions' GM, coach searches are different this time, Phil Simms hopes Lions get rid of Stafford so he can win Super Bowl, Michigan's Jim Harbaugh, Warde Manuel meet, talk contract, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. 2021 Michigan Basketball Recruiting Picture: 2.0 ... Jul 7, 2020. Well, both players have surged upwards in the most recent Rivals150 rankings. Overview. The Wolverines also have commitments from Chicago's Isaiah Barnes and Minnesota's Will Tschetter. There are six players in the class, with … Any healthy program needs multiyear contributors, and Tschetter could fit that mold. 155 overall, No. Either way, his offensive skill set and current projection as a multiyear contributor makes him an important foundational piece. 6 power forward. 63 overall, No. Tschetter's game is still growing, but right now, he already projects as a stretch forward after making 45% of his 3s (67 of 149) last season. Videos, analysis and more on ESPN.com The Wolverines will need someone to take over for Isaiah Livers and likely Franz Wagner, so Houstan is a perfect fit for next season's roster. 1 as the early signing period begins Wednesday. And as he enters the end stages of his second recruiting cycle, Howard has put together the top-ranked class in the nation. (Photo: Ricardo Rolon / The News-Press USA TODAY NETWORK - FLORIDA), (Photo: Ariel Cobbert, The Commercial Appeal ), Michigan basketball, MSU have top two recruiting classes in Big Ten for 2021, Caleb Houstan should make immediate impact for Michigan next season, How Juwan Howard's latest 5-star coup fits in for Michigan basketball, How did Michigan land Kobe Bufkin? His highlights and game film are filled with acrobatic finishes and emphatic dunks. He has great jumping ability, which should help him finish at the rim in college and could make him a weapon on lobs. With four commits in the 2021 class, Michigan basketball has the No. 12 shooting guard. 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Michigan Football: Branden Jennings trending away from Wolverines . Because of his defensive ability, Diabate is a perfect complement to freshman center Hunter Dickinson and could play next to him; he could also play the 5 himself. The buzz:Tschetter, who is the least-heralded member of the class, also saw his recruitment take off this spring after averaging 33.6 points and 11 rebounds as a junior. McBurrows is Michigan’s only committed corner in the 2021 class and one with an incredible offer list, as well. Efton Reid Rank: 22 : 6-foot-11, 225 lbs: Big: Charles Bediako Rank: 24 : … According to Marich, Miami’s “entire defensive coaching staff has been in frequent contact” with Michigan’s sole cornerback commit in the 2021 class. 59 overall, No. (Photo: Ricardo Rolon / The News-Press USA TODAY NETWORK - FLORIDA). Videos, analysis and more on ESPN.com Michigan basketball's 2021 recruiting class currently ranks No. Michigan was far from... 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He picked up an offer from Kansas in March, then received interest from other high-major programs such as Maryland, Iowa, Wisconsin and Michigan. List of Michigan Wolverines men's basketball's top targets in the 2021 recruiting class. He is a sweet-shooting wing who is considered one of the top overall shooters in the nation and made 52% of his 3s during his junior season at Montverde Academy. [ Michigan basketball, MSU have top two recruiting classes in Big Ten for 2021 ]. Max Christie, SG Moussa Diabate, Caleb Houstan and Frankie Collins headline a highly talented 2021 Michigan basketball recruiting class. If you see comments in violation of our community guidelines, please report them. Search for: Facebook Twitter Googleplus Email YouTube Instagram. [ How did Michigan land Kobe Bufkin? With acrobatic finishes and emphatic dunks incredible offer list, as well been to... 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