WELCOME TO BOISE STATE: Nation’s No. 1 Player — 7-Foot-9 Phenom Shocks College Basketball World by Flipping Commitment!
In one of the most stunning recruiting twists in NCAA history, the nation’s No. 1 overall basketball prospect, a jaw-dropping 7-foot-9 high school sensation, has flipped his commitment to Boise State, choosing the Mountain West program over blue-blood giants like Duke, NC State, and Alabama.
A Shocking Flip Heard Around the Country
The player, known only by his nickname “Tower”, had been heavily favored to commit to Duke, where he’d already posed for unofficial photo shoots and was expected to be the centerpiece of their 2025 class. But in a late-night post on social media, Tower revealed a blue-and-orange jersey and simply wrote:
“It’s time to build something different. #BleedBlue #GoBroncos”
Why Boise State?
Sources close to Tower say the decision came down to more than basketball.
- Head coach Roddie Anderson III reportedly made a “visionary pitch” about building a national brand at a non-traditional power.
- Tower was also attracted to the low-pressure media environment, the tight-knit fanbase, and Boise’s growing reputation for developing big men.
- NIL deals are rumored to include a seven-figure endorsement package involving outdoor brands and custom apparel partnerships tied to his height.
Blue Bloods React in Shock
Recruiting insiders report that Duke head coach Jon Scheyer was “blindsided” by the decision, and Alabama had cleared a scholarship spot just days before the announcement.
“This is the biggest recruiting upset I’ve seen in 15 years,” said one ESPN analyst. “This isn’t just a win for Boise — this is a warning shot to the entire college basketball world.”
Who Is Tower?
- Height: 7-foot-9
- Wingspan: 8-foot-1
- Vertical: 35 inches
- Stats: Averaged 28.4 PPG, 16.2 RPG, 5.1 BPG in senior season
Known for incredible mobility for his size, Tower can shoot from range, dominate the paint, and has been compared to Victor Wembanyama — with a few more inches.
Boise State’s New Era
With Tower’s commitment, Boise State immediately becomes a Top 5 recruiting class for 2025 and is expected to be ranked in the preseason Top 15.
“We’ve always believed in doing things the hard way — and the right way,” said Coach Anderson. “Now, we’ve got the kind of talent that can change everything.”
Mark Your Calendars
Tower is expected to debut in a nationally televised game vs. Gonzaga in November — a matchup that just became must-watch basketball.
