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Penn State men's basketball lands 4-star recruit

Penn State has landed its second commitment in the Class of 2025.

Mason Blackwood, a four-star forward out of New Hampton, New Hampshire, chose Penn State over Rutgers, Virginia and West Virginia.

NEWS: 4u2b50ufe0f SF Mason Blackwood has committed to Penn State! ud83dudd35u26aaufe0fThe No. 102 prospect in the Top247 chose Penn State over Rutgers. ud83cudfc0WATCH: https://t.co/T1x9NvDvGb pic.twitter.com/t1bgYYI1K9

— 247Sports (@247Sports) September 18, 2024

Blackwood announced his decision on Wednesday during a livestream with 247Sports.

The 6-foot-7 forward is 247Sports' No. 102 recruit in the Class of 2025 and will provide the Nittany Lions with a player who isn’t afraid to get physical when grabbing rebounds and playing defense.