NCAA Basketball: 10 teams who need strong 2021 recruiting classes

Howard Bison

The decision by Makur Maker, the No. 17 recruit on the RSCI to commit to Howard Basketball was not only a historic decision by Maker but is rooted in being more than just a basketball decision. To progress Maker’s narrative, it is important for Coach Kenneth Blakeney to capitalize on this opportunity within the parameters of the game of basketball.

The only way that Maker’s motives get momentum is if top recruits realize they can attend a school in the MEAC and not just win the conference but compete nationally. While Maker may be the first, if Howard is able to compete, there will be plenty of top recruits wanting to be ‘the next Makur Make”r and lead a forgotten team to tournament victories.

In terms of basketball, it has been five years since North Carolina Central won consecutive MEAC titles, and 2020-21 looks to be Howard’s turn at the top after going 1-15 last season. With just three seniors on the 2020-21 roster, plus Maker leaving at seasons end, the Bison will be dependant on Wayne Bristol Jr and Khalil Robinson. If Howard, or any MEAC team, is going to continue to progress, the recruiting class of 2021 is key,