Class of 2025 recruit Jacob Wilkins, a four-star prospect and the son of NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins, recently committed to Georgia, following in his father’s footsteps. According to 247Sports, Wilkins is ranked as the fourth overall small forward in the 2025 class. He chose the Bulldogs over Virginia, citing his desire to stay close to home and represent his father’s alma mater.
“I felt a strong connection to Georgia,” said Wilkins in an interview with 247Sports’ Travis Branham. “I believe in the coaching staff’s ability to guide me and help me establish my own identity within the program, despite my family name’s legacy. I’m confident that I can make a name for myself at Georgia.”
Wilkins’ commitment comes shortly after the addition of five-star recruit Asa Newell, making waves in the 2024 class. Newell is the third-highest ranked recruit in program history, according to 247Sports. If the current recruiting rankings hold, Wilkins will be the fifth-highest ranked recruit of the modern era at Georgia, just behind Newell and star recruit Kentavious Caldwell-Pope from the Class of 2011.
Like his father, who was nicknamed “The Human Highlight Reel” for his high-flying style, Jacob Wilkins possesses impressive athletic ability. According to 247Sports’ Adam Finkelstein, Wilkins is a promising player with natural talent and physical tools. Standing at over 6-foot-7, he showcases explosive athleticism, particularly in transition. His size, flexibility, and shooting mechanics suggest his potential for success in both half-court play and defense.
The recent commitments of Newell and Wilkins are expected to boost Georgia’s appeal in recruiting talented players for the future.
Although Newell and Wilkins are currently the only commitments for the 2024 and 2025 classes, respectively, the Georgia coaching staff is actively pursuing other highly regarded prospects. Among them is four-star prospect Khani Rooths from the Class of 2024, who recently visited the campus during the same week as Newell.