Jacob Wilkins: Three thoughts on Georgia's latest commitment
Mike White got his man as class of 2025 small forward Jacob Wilkins committed to the Georgia Bulldogs on Tuesday. Wilkins is the first commitment in Georgia’s 2025 class and just the second player to commit ranked among the top 25 of the 2025 On3 150.
Let’s go through what Georgia is getting in their latest commitment.
Who is Jacob Wilkins?
Jacob Wilkins is a 6-foot-8, 165-pound wing from Loganville (GA) Grayson High. Wilkins is the No. 22 player in the 2025 On3 150 and the No. 8 small forward in the 2025 On3 Industry Ranking.
Wilkins averaged 9.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks playing with the Georgia Stars program on Nike’s EYBL E16 Circuit. He is also the son of Basketball Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins.
“I’d describe myself as a three-level scorer,” Wilkins told On3. “I feel like I shoot the three ball well, I can knock down the mid-range, and I can play above the rim. I’m also a good shot blocker. I watch a lot of Brandon Ingram; his ball handling and his ability to take his defender off the dribble is what I love about his game.”
What does he bring to Georgia?
Jacob Wilkins is a high-upside wing prospect. You immediately notice the physical dimensions, with the positional height and the excellent length. He looks the part.
Once the game tips, you notice the athleticism. Being the son of Dominique Wilkins, nicknamed the Human Highlight Reel, you would expect the explosive burst. Wilkins gets above the rim in transition and is a vertical spacing threat in the half-court with lobs and playing out of the dunker spots. He is also a very fluid athlete, with loose hips, and to slide on the perimeter and use his timing as a weak side shot blocker.
Wilkins has range on his jump shot, with a consistent release and load with his feet set. As he continues to add strength and learn his footwork his balance will get stronger off movement. Wilkins is still learning his spots and how to play off the bounce. Strength will be paramount in his growth, and that is natural for a 16-year-old.
Wilkins has already seen production both at the high school and EYBL levels. It is clear to see the archetype and the upside in his game. He is one that continues to improve each time you see him.
Mike White landing Wilkins this early is big for the program. Not only are the Bulldogs getting a high-upside wing that is ranked among the nation’s top 25 players. But they are also landing the son of the best player to ever wear a Georgia basketball uniform.
Wilkins talks Georgia
“I know their program is good, and they put players in good situations. They have good off-the-court relationships with their players. They like how my skillset fits what they’re trying to do and how I can play inside and out.
“I saw how hard the team went in practice; that was memorable for me. They practiced like it was their last time playing.”