Tom Izzo evaluates recruit Mateen Cleaves Jr. at recent camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:49 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Tom Izzo attended a recent camp to check in on 2028 four-star recruit Mateen Cleaves Jr. The son of the former Michigan State star is currently playing at Dream City Christian in Arizona and is ranked as the No. 41 prospect in his class. While Michigan State is expected to pursue Cleaves Jr., he has only received an offer from Rutgers so far. The continued recruitment highlight comes amid a competitive NIL, making the recruitment process unpredictable. Cleaves Jr. is preparing for his college basketball career and is seen as a legacy prospect for the Spartans.
- •Izzo recently evaluated Mateen Cleaves Jr. during a camp
- •Cleaves Jr. is a 4-star prospect from Arizona
- •Currently ranked No. 41 in the 2028 class
- •Only reported scholarship offer is from Rutgers
- •Michigan State expected to pursue Cleaves Jr. further
- 3:49 AMYahoo Sports — Tom Izzo checks in 4-star Mateen Cleaves Jr., according to a report
"According to a report, Tom Izzo was in to see 2028 4-star Mateen Cleaves Jr. this past week.
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