Five-star center Obinna Ekezie Jr. has committed to Louisville and he intends to reclassify to 2026 and play for the Cardinals next season.
Ekezie, who was the No. 2 player overall in the Class of 2027, picked Louisville over Kentucky, Maryland, Arkansas and BYU.
NEWS: 5 Obinna Ekezie Jr. has committed to Louisville and will reclassify to 2026 to play for the Cardinals this upcoming season, he tells @Rivals.
The 7-foot center was the No. 2 overall player in the 2027 class and the No. 1-ranked center.https://t.co/xMXmPrx0uA pic.twitter.com/yippK8TtdM
— Joe Tipton (@JoeTipton) May 3, 2026
