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5-Star Meleek Thomas’ Pledge Brings Hogs Full Circle from Malik Monk’s Jilting

The wait is over: Meleek Thomas officially announced his commitment to the Arkansas basketball program Monday night.

A five-star shooting guard with Overtime Elite, the Pittsburgh native chose John Calipari and the Razorbacks over two-time defending national champion UConn and hometown school Pitt.

It is a major win for Arkansas, as Thomas is a consensus five-star recruit who checks in at No. 8 nationally in the Class of 2025, according to the 247Sports Composite.

The Razorbacks now have two commitments ahead of the early signing period, which begins Wednesday and lasts for a week. He joins fellow five-star prospect No.