Four-star power forward Corey Chest sets commitment date

Class of 2023 four-star prospect Corey Chest tells On3 he will announce his college decision on Tuesday, August 16th.

The 6-foot-8 power forward from New Orleans, Lousiana released his top six finalists in June: LSU, Houston, Ohio State, Texas A&M, Ole Miss, and the Overtime Elite league. Chest also received an offer from Kansas after releasing his final group. It should also be noted that Ohio State did not extend an scholarship, only remaining interested in Chest.

LSU has hosted Chest officially and Houston has several times unofficially.

Taking into consideration that LSU was Chest’s only official visit, it’s no surprise for the Tigers to be seen as the favorite to land the in-state target. According to the Recruiting Prediction Machine (RPM), LSU has a 98 percent chance of landing Chest, the No. 1 player in the state of Louisiana.

Chest talks schools

In a previous interview with On3’s Jamie Shaw, Chest discussed several schools involved.

LSU: “I’ll be visiting when the players get back and get a good feel for the team and the guys. Coach Ronnie (Hamilton) recruited me when he was at Ole Miss. He has been on me heavy, and he is a cool dude.”

Houston: “It’s like home there. I fit with what they do. I’ve been up there like five times already, so I have a good feeling about their team and the coaches. I love it there.”

Texas A&M: “I fit their style of play. They have a good program.”

Scouting Summary

“Corey Chest is a lengthy and high motor forward. He is not afraid to stick his nose into the mix. Chest is an active rebounder. He finishes well around the basket. Chest runs the floor at a high level. You would like to see him develop the ball skills and range on the jumper. He can defend multiple positions and has a projectable frame once he gets into a college strength and nutrition program.” – Jamie Shaw, On3’s National Recruiting Analyst