BREAKING: In a major recruiting coup, the Arkansas Razorbacks basketball program has secured a commitment from 5-star guard, according to ESPN. Thomas, a highly touted prospect from the class of 2025, had been heavily…..see more..

In a significant boost to its 2025 recruiting class, the Arkansas Razorbacks men’s basketball program has secured a commitment from 5-star guard Malik Thomas, according to ESPN. Thomas, considered one of the top backcourt prospects in the nation, chose Arkansas over offers from powerhouses like Kentucky, Duke, and Kansas. Standing at 6-foot-5 with elite scoring ability, court vision, and defensive prowess, Thomas is widely projected to be a future NBA lottery pick.

 

This commitment marks a major recruiting win for new Razorbacks head coach John Calipari, who took over the program with high expectations. Known for his ability to develop NBA-caliber guards, Calipari played a pivotal role in securing Thomas, who cited the coach’s track record and Arkansas’s vision for player development as key factors in his decision.

 

“Coach Cal believes in me, and I believe in what he’s building at Arkansas,” Thomas said in a statement. “I want to help bring a championship to Fayetteville.”

 

Thomas’s commitment instantly elevates the Razorbacks’ national profile and boosts their 2025 class into the top-tier conversation. Razorback fans now have every reason to be excited about the future of the program as it continues to make waves on the national recruiting scene.