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Ohio State competes for commitment from 2027 forward Deng Ngor

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 1:27 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Ohio State competes for commitment from 2027 forward Deng Ngor
Summary

Ohio State is one of four finalists for 2027 basketball recruit Deng Ngor, joining Washington, Florida, and Duke. Ngor is a four-star prospect from Fort Erie International Academy in Alberta, Canada, currently ranked 29th in his class by Rivals. A 6-foot-8 wing, he contributed to Canada winning the FIBA U18 Americup Gold Medal, averaging 10.2 points and 4 rebounds per game. His visit to Ohio State provides an opportunity for the coaching staff to present their program's vision and culture.

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  • •Deng Ngor is a four-star recruit from Canada.
  • •Ngor's official visit to Ohio State is upcoming.
  • •Ohio State joins Washington, Florida, and Duke as finalists.
  • •Ngor averaged 10.2 points for Canada at FIBA U18 Americup.
  • •He was part of the team that won gold against the U.S.
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  • 1:27 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State among finalists for 2027 four-star forward
What they're saying
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Deng Ngor’s upcoming official visit gives Ohio State a key opportunity in a four-team battle for the versatile 2027 Canadian wing.

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