Mizzou Targets 5-Star Malachi Jordan for 2027 Class

Mizzou eyes 5-star Malachi Jordan while former Oklahoma star Jalon Moore faces a tough injury setback.

Mizzou is making waves in the recruiting world as they set their sights on 5-star small forward Malachi Jordan, a rising star in the 2027 class. Ranked No. 17 nationally and No. 8 among small forwards, Jordan has quickly become a coveted prospect, attracting interest from powerhouse programs like Vanderbilt, Indiana, Memphis, Alabama, Auburn, Arizona, Ohio State, and Tennessee. Recently transferring to Cardinal Ritter in St. Louis from Link Academy, he stands as the top-ranked player in Missouri, making him a prime target for the Tigers.

The allure of home and Mizzou`s early offers could play a pivotal role in securing Jordan`s commitment, as his high ceiling promises a bright future. Meanwhile, the basketball community is reeling from the news of former Oklahoma forward Jalon Moore suffering a devastating Achilles tendon injury during a pre-draft workout in San Antonio. Ranked No. 63 by ESPN, Moore had shown significant growth during his time at Georgia Tech, averaging 7.6 points and 4.7 rebounds as a sophomore before transferring to Oklahoma. His injury is a heartbreaking setback just weeks before the NBA Draft on June 25.

In other news, Ole Miss women`s basketball is gearing up for the 2025 Cherokee Invitational, while Alabama basketball bolsters its recruiting class with the commitment of 4-star center Collins Onyejiaka, who has reclassified to join the Crimson Tide for the 2025-26 season. These developments underscore the dynamic landscape of college basketball recruiting and player movements.

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