Four players with varying ties to Rutgers basketball were included on the initial roster for the USA Basketball minicamp that is scheduled for October.
The list of Rutgers recruits includes Dylan Harper, Airious Bailey, Darius Adams, and Tre Johnson. Bailey, one of the top players in the country, committed to Rutgers earlier this year.
In addition to improving their skills, the players participating will participate in various educational programs presented by USA Basketball, the NCAA, and the NBA Development program.
For the Scarlet Knights, the mini-camp could provide a preview of the future. Bailey is a five-star recruit and the No. 3 overall player in the 2024 class, per 247Sports’ rankings. Harper is also one of the top players in the 2024 class and already has Rutgers ties. His brother Ron Harper Jr., who is currently a member of the Toronto Raptors, spent his college days at Rutgers.
USA Basketball October mini-camp announced today. Loaded camp talent-wise as usual. Slightly older group than usual with the 2024 Nike Hoop Summit, FIBA Americas U18s and FIBA U17 World Cup all upcoming this summer. Lot of new faces making USA debuts (including Bryce James) pic.twitter.com/eDrPessjiU
— Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) September 25, 2023
Adams and Johnson are still a few years away from their collegiate debuts, as they are part of the 2025 class and have offers from the Scarlet Knights.
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As this talented group competes against the best, their progress will be closely watched. For players in the 2024 class, it should build confidence for next year.