The basketball recruiting scene is buzzing with the name Michai White, a five-star point guard who's making waves on the court and drawing serious attention from top college programs. Since the 2028 contact period kicked off on June 15, Syracuse's new head coach, Gerry McNamara, and his team have been quick to reach out to White, among other promising prospects entering their junior year of high school.
White, standing at 6-foot-1, has caught the eye of several prestigious programs. Besides Syracuse, he's been in contact with the likes of Houston, Providence, Indiana, Boston College, Georgia Tech, Florida State, Louisville, and Notre Dame, just to name a few. His appeal is clear, and his list of suitors is growing longer by the day.
A standout player during the 2025-26 season at Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro, N.H., White shone brightly in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League Scholastic play. Averaging nearly 13 points per game, along with solid stats in rebounds, assists, and steals, he demonstrated a well-rounded game. His shooting percentages - 41% from the field, 31% from three-point range, and 74% from the free-throw line - underscore his scoring ability.
This spring and summer, White has been turning heads on the AAU circuit with the City Rocks' 17U team in Nike's EYBL league. Playing up a division, he's currently ranked fifth in scoring in the 17U division, averaging an impressive 21.2 points per game. His contributions extend beyond scoring, with averages of 3.5 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.5 steals per contest, and he's improved his shooting efficiency to 46% from the field.
The recruiting services have taken notice, with White's full scholarship offer sheet including powerhouse programs such as Auburn, Indiana, Louisville, Maryland, and more. The 247Sports Composite ranks him as a five-star recruit, placing him 22nd overall and third among point guards in the 2028 class. ESPN is equally impressed, ranking him 17th nationally.
White's journey through the recruiting landscape is just beginning, and his unofficial visit to Syracuse's Elite Camp last August suggests a keen interest in the Orange. As Coach McNamara and his team continue to evaluate their options, the question remains whether they'll extend an offer to this dynamic floor general. With his talent and potential, Michai White is certainly a name to watch as the recruiting season unfolds.
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