By ADAM ZAGORIA
Francis Okoro, the 6-foot-9 Class of 2019 center from Normal (IL) Community West and Brad Beal Elite, committed to Oregon late Monday night.
A big, athletic wing, he also considered Illinois and Purdue.
“I was just trying to make a decision based on what I’ve seen,” he told OregonLive.com. “I love the way they play, the style they play – I love watching them. I really feel like I fit in that system.”
An excellent student, Okoro may reclass and head to Oregon for the 2018-19 season.
“Right now, I’m still 2019,” he said. “That could change. It’s based on how I finish my credits. I have to have enough credits. It’s all based on how I finish my credits to make sure I can graduate.”
Okoro is Oregon’s first commit in the Class of 2019. In 2018, the Ducks have a loaded class featuring Bol Bol, Louis King, Miles Norris and Will Richardson. “Francis is going to bring a tough minded competitor who can defend and rebound at a high major level,” said Timothy Holloway of Brad Beal Elite. “As his offensive game continues to develop he has the potential to be a true two-way presence in the PAC-12. ”Thanks to God almighty let do this @OregonMBB pic.twitter.com/RDKaERZtpI
— francis okoro (@chibestfrank88) May 15, 2018
Francis Okoro a BEAST ? @chibestfrank88 @STLEaglesBBall pic.twitter.com/QmBOCshQwN
— Overtime (@overtime) April 27, 2018
Francis Okoro finishes off a 76-64 win in style. Finishes with 21 points, 12 boards and 6 blocks. #Illini pic.twitter.com/wtgufgelBN
— Isaac Trotter (@isaac_trotter2) February 21, 2018
