Butler Basketball Recruiting: Myles Wilmoth commits to the Dawgs

Butler basketball is off to a strong start for the 2020 recruiting class. The Dawgs just added their second commit with power forward Myles Wilmoth.

Due to the number of open scholarships for the program, the 2020 recruiting class is going to be a monster one for Butler basketball. And while it is certainly still early in the recruiting season, it is clear that head coach LaVall Jordan is en route to building one of the better classes in program history. Earlier in the year, he snagged a commitment from fringe top-100 prospect Chuck Harris to be the point guard of the future. Now, on July 3rd, another intriguing prospect announced his intentions to play under the lights at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Myles Wilmoth.

A 6-foot-10 versatile forward, Wilmoth is a very interesting addition. Although ranked at just No. 245 in the class, he oozes potential as a result of his size, length, and athleticism. He will need to add some strength to his frame before taking the next step with his development but his all-around skill level seems to be raising every single time that he takes the court. It is quite clear that he has an insanely high ceiling and unlocking his potential at the college level could unveil a hidden gem of the recruiting rankings. With his commitment (along with Harris’ last month), Butler’s current class is ranked at No. 10 in the nation.

While playing for City Rocks (NY) on the EYBL circuit, Wilmoth has put up solid numbers while showcasing his potential. Through 13 contests with the team, the versatile forward is averaging 8.8 points (.548/.211/.633), 6.0 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks in just 22.8 minutes per game. He has shown the ability to be a switchable defender, stretch the floor out to 3-point range, and put the ball on the deck to attack closeouts. While he can add polish to his game, the makings are there for a potential standout player down the road.

With regards to his overall game, Wilmoth told me this:

"“I feel like my biggest strength is my versatility and I like to be coached. I feel like I can handle the ball, shoot, run the floor, post up, and I’m 6-foot-10. So it’s really up to what the coach is asking me to do – I’ll work on it enough and attack it in the game.My biggest weakness is definitely my body strength. I need to put on some pounds.”"

Wilmoth is listed as just over 200 pounds and adding to that frame will likely be a priority in his development. Butler’s strength and conditioning coach, Matthew Johnson, could play a role in helping Wilmoth build up his muscle during this career with the program. With another year of high school hoops left before heading to Indianapolis, Wilmoth could easily refine his skill set more and experience a major leap in recruiting rankings.

Wilmoth also spoke on why he chose Butler and the pitch that he received from the coaching staff:

"“I liked how the school isn’t too big. It’s not too far from home, especially with Big East play. And I loved how the coaches see me as a student-athlete. I’m going to be able to attack and use my versatility with them.Their pitch was hard work, and being a gym rat, which is something I’ve been and I have to continue to do. Nothing is going to come easy with them and part of being a Bulldog is being a “Dawg” in that I have to work for everything that I want and go as hard as possible.Coach Jordan has previously coached versatile forwards that can do multiple things between Michigan and Butler. Being that I’m 6-foot-10, he compared me to DJ Wilson – if I work, I can be similar to what he is.”"

Wilmoth’s goal during his college career is to “want to win every game that I play and be the best player I can be at Butler.” That is certainly a mentality that Butler fans have to be excited about. He might not be the highest-rated player but will be a valuable, high-upside piece in what could be a special recruiting class for the program.