Ben Roberts is the University of Kentucky mens basketball beat writer for the Lexington Herald-Leader. For years, Oregon missed on key big names in the home state, almost to the point of Duck fans feeling it was the programs unofficial curse that began in the Ernie Kent era - Kevin Love, Kyle Singler, Terrence Ross, Terrence Jones, Kyle Wiltjer and more. The story of the night is Oscar Tshiebwe's ridiculous stat line of 37 points and 24 rebounds in Kentucky's win over Georgia. Facing an inferior SEC foe, Oscar Tshiebwe put the team on his back to help the Wildcats weather a storm against a hot-hand. Theyve just always shown love from the beginning. Playing for the YNG Dreamerz, the Stanford signee is averaging 9.3 points, 2.9 assists, 2.9 rebounds and 2.6 turnovers a game while shooting just 38.1% from the field (23.7% from three). The seven-foot Kentucky signee is in consideration for the class's No. Andrew Nemec (@AndrewNemec) April 1, 2022, Things change in a hurry, but a true reclassification, in which Cook would join 2022 class alongside 5-star prospects Dior Johnson and Kelel Ware, does not appear to be the plan. Oregon added a commitment from 2023 On3 Consensus No. Cook is assumed to be arriving in Eugene to get started at Oregon after graduating from high school in the spring of 2023. 16 History SF 3 AZ 1 Hes a true stretch four Back on March 9, five-star forward and Portland native Mookie Cook revealed the top three schools remaining in his recruitment, a list that included Oregon as well as Gonzaga possible draft pick in the 2024 NBA Draft or 2025 NBA Draft, 5-Star Corner: Patrick Baldwin Jr. Interview, 2022 NBA Draft Results and Instant Analysis, The 10 Top Freshmen In High School Basketball Class of 2026 Recruits, Re-Draft of the 2022 NBA Draft, Top 20 2 Months Into The Season, My Guys Prospects Im Irrationally High On In The 2023 Draft, 2023 NBA Draft Big Board Early Season Edition, Upperclassmen Moving Up The Draft Board The Desmond Bane Effect, Draft Buzz: Freshmen Ballers Off To A Fast Start, State of the 2023 NBA Draft An Early Look at The Strengths and Weaknesses of the 2023 Draft Class, The Elite 25 The Top NBA Prospects In High School Basketball Fall 2022, 2026 NBA Draft Prospect Rankings (2025 recruiting class), Victor Wembanyamas Physical Profile and NBA Comparisons, Talented Sons of Famous NBA Fathers Part 2. At 6-foot-7, 200 lbs, Cook averaged 11.8 points and 5.2 rebounds per contest in the five games of his that are recorded on Max Preps for the 2021-22 season. During that time, Foster let the game come to him and it made him a winning point guard prospect. Oregon has also emerged as a possible favorite for Mookie Cook in recent days. Oregon WR Caleb Chapman announces that he will enter the transfer portal after spending one season in Eugene. He was outrageous. The Ducks re-emerged as the major Crystal Ball favorite in recent weeks. Hes one to keep an eye on. Longtime Kentucky basketball recruiting target Mookie Cook announced Friday that he has re-committed to the Oregon Ducks. Kentucky is still leading the charge, really trying to talk to me a lot, Evans told KSR. Calipari spoke for around five minutes about the victory, the fans' At halftime, Kentucky trailed Georgia by eight, 42-34, bringing back all the bad memories from last Tuesday's game vs. South Carolina. Clocking in at 6-foot-7, 200 pounds out of AZ Compass Prep (the same high school that produced Kentucky freshman TyTy Washington), Cook originally hails from Jefferson, OR, which is where the Oregon connection comes into play. The 6-foot-7 small forward, originally out of Portlands Jefferson High School, transferred to AZ Compass Prep last year to develop his game and play elite competition. He was a monster. And none of this considers the minutes that potential returnees like Jeremy Roach, Tyrese Proctor, and Jaden Schutt would demand on the perimeter. Collierhas done the little things like defending, competing and playing with energy every night in order to secure the top spot in the class. Those teams are the Oregon Ducks, Gonzaga Bulldogs, and Kentucky Wildcats. A five-star recruit in the 2022 class, Anthony Black, had Gonzaga within his top three choices but inevitably elected to join a stacked University of Arkansas recruiting class for next season. Oregon 247Sports insider Matt Prehm logged the first pick on Cooks Crystal Ball page Wednesday, and it was in favor of the Ducks. Cook (6-7, 200), who is ranked No. Reports of 5-star small forward Mookie Cook reclassifying into 2022 class are false, according to his family. Cook a wing from Portland, Ore. is the No. Cooks commitment would be the latest bit of good news for an Oregon program trending in the right direction. 62 overall prospect and arguably one of the most unrated players in America. Cook took official visits to all three programs, visiting Lexington back in the fall before taking trips to Oregon and Gonzaga in February. The coaching staff there is really good, theyre really cool. If Carlylefinds his footing andtaps back into his inner dog, then he will see a rise in his efficiency and his stock. There are no predictions for Mookie Cook. Contact/Follow us@Ducks_Wireon Twitter, and like our page onFacebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oregon Ducks news, notes, and opinion. Cook committed to Oregon back in March, but reopened his recruitment at the end of June. 23 player in the class. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. 5 overall player in the Class of 2023. Carlyle had proven himself to be one of the best on-ball defenders in the country with the ability to get downhill and finish around the rim, but he hasn't looked quite like himself since transitioning from Alpharetta (Ga.) Milton. He made his announcement of commitment on Thursday during Geico High School Nationals. Greg Buis [Borneo 9th] He ultimately committed to Oregon in March, then backed off of that pledge two months later. My family would be able to be there at my games. Mookie Betts 2020 Topps Card Topps Turkey Red Insert Player - Etsy BubbasSportscards 410 sales | Rare find Mookie Betts 2020 Topps Card Topps Turkey Red Insert Player Card #TR6 Los Angeles Dodgers $6.50 Only 1 available Add to cart Arrives by Jan 17-24 if you order today. 4 player in the 2023 class, will be reclassifying to the class of 2022 and joining the Ducks this coming season. Cook is talented enough that his presence would improve Dukes 2023 squad, even if the fit isnt immediately apparent. The 6-foot-5 prospectbroke onto the scene during his sophomore year high school and what separated him then was his outstanding feel, IQ and mature decision making at the time for a point guard. Cook also has an older sister, Chaquinn Cook, who was a two-time track and field All-American at Oregon. Last year, the Ducks continued their local momentum with the addition of five-star center Nathan Bittle, a McDonalds All-American from Central Point, Oregon. I predict that happens Thursday afternoon. Gambling problem? Plus, JP Estrella is inching closer to becoming a Blue Devil. In-depth analysis. Mookie Cook is a 6-7, 200-pound Small Forward from Jefferson, OR. Mookie Cook is an intriguing wing prospect who has good size and nice tools to work with. Cooks recruitment caught headlines as well. While Duke was not one of Cooks original suitors, Scheyer quickly made it a point to attend his debut at the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL). 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He committed to Oregon in March. However, last spring and summer, Cook took a hiatus from the game to star in a movie. In his fastest trip to the postgame podium to date, John Calipari was quick to begin his press conference after Kentucky Basketball defended homecourt against the Georgia Bulldogs. Some players slid, some players are teetering on the edge of receiving a bump and some could reclaim a star that was once in their possession. When Mookie Cook de-committed, the prevailing thought throughout the industry was Kwame Evans was going to Arizona. He has a great relationship with the staff and felt comfortable enough with the program to commit there once. He cut his list to five back in April, with Auburn, Indiana, Kentucky, Oregon and UCLA remaining in contention. Heres what he had to say about the three schools in a previous interview. What separates his game, though, are his perimeter skills and shooting touch from deep. Breaking news. He was a monster. At this point hes still growing into his frame and developing his game but the upside is there. Then the Chandler (AZ) AZ Compass forward de-committed from Oregon at the end of June. Entering his final AAU summer, the 6-foot-6 small forward was a tremendous athlete who was excelling as a slasher, defender and was shooting the ball well off the catch. At this point hes still growing into his frame and developing his game but the upside is there. So Whos Behind The Wheel? Hell be saying happy holidays sometimes, just checking up on me, telling me to keep working a lot. Mookie Cooks basketball career Marquis Mookie Cook will play a young LeBron James, and we recently got a first look at him as the basketball superstar. We dont know much about how Jon Scheyer will coach the Blue Devils in games this fall, but if its anything like how he recruits he should be relentless. Then Im going to be a three.. Even John Calipari thought Oscar Tshiebwe was having a down season after his national player of the year campaign in 2021-22. Mookie Cook. Its Oregon and Kentucky, though, that have garnered the most buzz in his recruitment,. But incoming Wildcat Reed Sheppard remains consistent. Kentucky got the job done in the return trip to Rupp Arena to play the Dawgs and on today's show, KSR will tell you Tuesday night felt familiar at Rupp Arena, too familiar. https://t.co/NcK2BE12I8. However, Cook grew up in Portland, Oregon and the University of Oregon was his 100% crystal ball prediction according to 247 Sports and Rivals. https://duckswire.usatoday.com/2022/03/31/report-5-star-sf-mookie-cook-to-reclassify-to-2022-class-join-ducks-this-season/, 5-star small forward Marquis Mookie Cook was committing to Dana Altman, Recruiting Party: Long list of 2024 prospects scheduled to visit Oregon this weekend, Pac-12 Power Rankings: Oregon moves up after win over Arizona, Report: Dan Lanning takes in-home visit to 5-star Nyckoles Harbor ahead of OV in Eugene, Every 5-star recruit the Oregon Ducks have offered in the 2024 class, Most important players for Duck fans to watch at Polynesian Bowl on Saturday, Ducks land commitment from in-state QB Brock Thomas, Way-too-early 2023 rankings, record predictions and bowl projections for each Pac-12 team, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The G-League Ignite program has remained in the picture throughout. Thankfully, the Cats came to life, outscoring the Bulldogs 51-29 in the second half to clinch the 85-71 victory. 2023 On3 Media, Inc. All rights reserved. UCLA, Indiana and Oregon, definitely, theyre coming to practices, coming to see me up here.. A rebound shy of college basketball's first 35/25 game in over 25 years. 6-7, 210 | Class of 2023. UK landed a commitment from five-star wing Justin Edwards last month. This creates a conundrum: if Cook projects more as a traditional small forward, or McCain earns significant minutes at shooting guard, Cook might be competing with fellow Top-10 prospect Mgbako for minutes as the traditional small forward. Thats a great place to be., Gonzaga:Man, they play up and down. As he continues to grow and fill out, though, Evans sees himself as a three in the NBA. Standing 6-foot-10, 200 pounds, hes a long forward who runs the floor well and uses his size to swat shots and finish around the rim. 10 player in the 2022 class, and 5-star PG Dior Johnson, the No. If McCain continues his ascent during his final high school season, he may demand significant minutes as soon as he steps foot in Durham. 4 overall prospect will be announcing his commitment at halftime of the 3 p.m. PT game at GEICO Nationals on ESPNU. Class 23. While both programs reached out to Cook, there was not much traction with either program. Please check your email for a confirmation. Modeling his game after the likes of Kevin Durant, Jayson Tatum and Brandon Ingram, Evans versatility has college coaches lining up to earn his commitment. This story was originally published August 12, 2022 11:08 AM. The Oregon Ducks news cycle was humming on Thursday afternoon when the announcement came that 5-star small forward Marquis Mookie Cook was committing to Dana Altman and agreeing to play his college ball in his home state of Oregon. I have a good connection with Coach(Dana) Altmanand Coach(Chris) Crutchfield. Tweet: Mookie Also, according to 247Sports, Cook has a couple of Crystal Ball predictions that suggest he will land in Eugene with Dana Altman and the Ducks after his most recent recruiting visit to see the team. But even that may not satisfy the Scheyer recruiting machine. Just me doing it all, really, Evans told KSR at Nike EYBL Session II in Indianapolis. The Ducks re-emerged as the major Crystal Ball favorite in recent weeks. Whats going on with Kentucky basketball recruiting? I like the relationship Ive made with all of them. But the in-state recruiting momentum has shifted in recent years. The nations No. Introducing A New Podcast Feature - DBR Bites, Jayson Tatum Has A Monster Night And Breaks A Long-Standing Record. Class of 2024 basketball recruit Ian Jackson commits to North Carolina over Kentucky, others, Highlights: Kentucky basketball recruit Tre Johnson dominates in Texas high school game. Evans didnt deny his genuine interest in the Ducks, adding that the coaching staff and NIL make Oregon an intriguing option. I was the first they offered in the 2023 class so that stands out to me.. But hes a well-rounded young man, who later this summer will play a young LeBron James for the upcoming film Shooter Stars.. After reaching the Sweet 16 in the 2019 and 2021 NCAA tournament, Oregon lost in the second round of the National Invitational Tournament this year at the hands of Texas A&M. 10 They want me at the four, he said. 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