Ian Jackson solidified what is the strongest recruiting class to date under North Carolina coach Hubert Davis when the Bronx, N.Y. native committed to the Tar Heels over Kentucky and Arkansas on Monday.
The 6-foot-4 shooting guard, who is ranked No. 2 in the Class of 2024 according to the 247 Sports composite rankings, adds to a class that includes point guard Elliot Cadeau (No. 10), forward James Brown (No. 27) and wing Drake Powell (No. 50), who is from Pittsboro.
Jackson took official visits to Arkansas, Oregon, LSU and Kentucky, but most analysts believe his decision came down to the Heels and Wildcats. It signals the first win for Carolina over a recruit Kentucky heavily pursued in quite some time.