North Carolina State added to its frontcourt depth with the commitment of 2018 center Immanuel Bates.
Per Jonathan M. Alexander of the News Observer, Bates announced his decision to attend N.C. State at his high school, Northwood Temple Academy, on Friday.
According to Scout, Bates is a 4-star prospect in the 2018 recruiting class.
The 6'9" player is still extremely raw, but he has size, athleticism and good instincts on both ends of the floor. He is especially known for his defense, where he can be a difference-maker thanks to his shot-blocking ability.