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FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS - APRIL 10: New Arkansas Razorback basketball Head Coach John Calipari holds his first press conference following his induction at Bud Walton Arena on April 10, 2024 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

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Meleek Thomas, a 5-star recruit from Overtime Elite high school, has committed to the University of Arkansas and will join head coach John Calipari, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

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Overtime Elite five-star Meleek Thomas — ranked in the top 10 in the high school class of 2025 — has committed to the University of Arkansas and coach John Calipari, he told ESPN. pic.twitter.com/qw9Xkq0IIg

The 6’3″ shooting guard is ranked in the top 10 in the 2025 class by 247Sports Composite Rankings. He also received offers from Alabama, Kansas, Connecticut, Kentucky, Michigan and several other schools.

Adam Finkelsteindirector of scouting, praised Thomas’ natural talent and noted how he stands out among the top prospects in the 2025 class.

“He’s extremely confident and confident, and he plays with a high-volume score mentality,” Finkelstein said. “He’s a tough shot-taker and maker, with the versatility to shoot off the dribble, with range, create space for step-backs or make runners in a crowded lane.”

Calipari has made it clear for years that Thomas was a top recruiting priority — a commitment Thomas took into account when making his decision, according to Connor Goodson by Hawk Sports.

“He’s been consistent in visiting me since eighth, ninth grade. When a coach of that caliber comes to see you very young, it’s like, ‘Pay attention to that,”’ Thomas told Goodson. “His track record says the whole thing. I always try to keep up with his players and who he sends to the league, but it’s like he has more and more every year.”

Until then, Thomas will continue to make waves in his senior season with Overtime Elite.