Davion Thompson Commits to Arkansas, Becomes First 2027 Recruit for Razorbacks Davion Thompson, the No. 27-ranked recruit in the ESPN 100 for the 2027 high school basketball class, has officially committed to the University of Arkansas, marking the first pledge for the Razorbacks in their 2027 recruiting class. The 6-foot-1 guard, who has been a top-30 junior in the nation, selected Arkansas over a final group of schools that included Baylor, Michigan, and Vanderbilt. Thompson’s decision comes after a competitive recruitment process, with Arkansas’ head coach John Calipari playing a pivotal role in securing his commitment. Thompson expressed his excitement about the move, stating, “I felt like it was the best decision and I am ready for the next step in my career.” He praised Calipari’s recruitment efforts, noting, “Coach Cal and the coaching staff have been recruiting me hard.” Thompson emphasized his admiration for Calipari’s coaching philosophy, saying, “Coach Cal has done it at the highest level and for a long time. He has helped a lot of guards reach their goals. Coach Cal is real. He’s a great coach, he is honest, and he cares about his players on and off the court.” The commitment solidifies Arkansas’ position as a rising power in college basketball, particularly in the 2027 class. Thompson, who has been considered a potential reclassification candidate for the 2026 cycle, has not yet decided whether to enroll early. He plans to make that determination after the July live period, which allows recruits to sign with a college team before the official signing deadline. Currently, Thompson plays for the MeanStreets program on the Nike EYBL circuit, where he averages 21.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game.#john_calipari #davion_thompson #university_of_arkansas #meanstreets_program #fiba_u18_americup
