Fil-Am hooper Dylan Harper shines in final 2024 CBB recruit rankings
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In a sport defined by its stars, Filipino American hooper Dylan Harper has announced his arrival loud and clear, leaving a mark on the 2024 CBB (College Basketball) recruit rankings.
In the latest release of 247Sports’ final composite rankings for the top men’s basketball recruits of the 2024 class, Harper has secured his place alongside Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey.
The top five list reads as follows:
- Cooper Flagg, PF, Duke
- Ace Bailey, SF, Rutgers
- Dylan Harper, CG, Rutgers
- Khaman Maiuach, C, Duke
- VJ Edgecombe, SG, Baylor
Despite the stiff competition, Harper’s performance at the Jordan Brand Classic just recently further solidified his status as a rising star in the basketball world.
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Standing tall at 6-foot-4, Harper’s display in the event paying homage to the legendary Michael Jordan earned him the coveted MVP title. With an outstanding 30-point performance, he led his team to victory.
Harper’s latest feat in the Jordan Brand Classic etched his name in history books, ranking third all-time in scoring at the event. Only the legendary performances of Emmitt Williams with 44 points and LeBron James with 34 points stand ahead.
These recent recognitions follow Harper’s stellar performance at the McDonald’s All-American Game, where he also seized co-MVP honors.
Having made a monumental decision last year to stay close to home by committing to Rutgers University, the versatile combo guard from New Jersey is now setting his sights on the future.
With his eyes firmly fixed on the upcoming NCAA season, Dylan Harper is determined to lead Rutgers University to glory and bring a championship home to his beloved state.
If you’re not already familiar with the Harper basketball lineage, it’s noteworthy to mention that Dylan Harper is the younger sibling of Ron Harper Jr., who has left his imprint on Rutgers’ basketball program. Furthermore, he is the son of NBA champion Ron Harper, renowned for securing five NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls alongside Michael Jordan and later with the Los Angeles Lakers, where he played alongside iconic figures like Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant.
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