The Gophers have received a commitment from Miami, Fla. guard Jamal Mashburn Jr. He chose Minnesota over offers from California, Wake Forest, Auburn, Florida, Ohio State, Illinois and others.
He most recently announced his two final schools were California and Minnesota. Mashburn is a four-star prospect and ranks No. 88 nationally, according to 24/7 Sports. He is the fourth-highest rated recruit Richard Pitino has landed at Minnesota.
During the summer Peach Jam circuit, Mashburn Jr. averaged 20.8 points per game and shot 43 percent from the floor. His shooting and ability to create shots off the dribble will help the Gophers continue developing the backcourt.
Mashburn Jr. is the son of Jamal Mashburn Sr., a former 11-year NBA player for the Mavericks, Heat and Hornets. He starred at Kentucky and played under Richard Pitino’s father, Rick, from 1990-93.
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