Hunter Dickinson – Hyattsville, MD
C | 7-foot-2 | 255 lbs | No. 30 overall
Widely-regarded as one of the most consistent centers in the entire class, Hunter Dickinson will be a top priority for each of the programs left on his list over the coming months. This includes Michigan, who offered in late June and quickly built a rapport with the big man. At 7-foot-2 and 255 pounds, you would be hard-pressed to find a more physically prepared and skilled high school center. In addition to the Wolverines, Dickinson also included Louisville, Florida State, North Carolina, Notre Dame, Providence, and Purdue in his final seven.
This looks to be a very difficult list to beat. Many of the programs remaining have strong reputations with regards to developing big man and therefore Michigan might have a tough time securing his commitment. There does not seem to be any clear favorites to land the big man as everyone seems to be in pretty good shape. With that said, though, some experts might lean in favor of UNC, Notre Dame, and Purdue as his best possible landing spots. Coach Howard, though, should not be counted out of any recruitment. Michigan has joined the fray somewhat late on many prospects as a result of the coaching change and all this coaching staff might need is more time.
With regards to Dickinson’s playing style, he is as rock-solid as they come. He might never “wow” scouts with his athleticism, but he is seemingly always in the right place at the right time. He uses his size well on both ends of the floor, rebounds at a high rate, can knock down the occasional mid-range jumper, and is a superb passer. Dickinson is also continuing to add polish to his post moves. While holding down the paint for Team Takeover (DC) on the Nike EYBL circuit, he averaged 13.2 points (.589/NA/.605), 7.7 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks per game across 18 contests.