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Indiana commit Chase Branham rises in 2027 rankings

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Indiana Basketball has landed their first commitment in the 2027 class as top-50 guard Chase Branham as committed to Indiana.

Indiana started its 2027 recruiting class early with the commitment of combo guard Chase Branham — who committed to the Hoosiers last month. On Monday, Rivals updated its rankings and the Indiana commit saw his ranking rise.

Branham rose from No. 42 overall to No. 38 in the updated Rivals Industry rankings. He is ranked as the No. 10 shooting guard — up two spots — and the No. 4 player in Missouri.

Branham is a terrific scorer with the ball in his hands and attacking the basket, but he’s best making plays for his teammates and setting the tone that way. He worked a lot this summer on when to pick his spots, while not pressing. He is a good three-point shooter and all-around decision maker.

(On3+): ‘Indiana was always number one’ — 2027 4-star Chase Branham breaks down Indiana commitment

Branham averaged 19.2 points while shooting 61.9 percent from the floor as a sophomore. He averaged 17.9 points as a freshman.

“They see me as a guy who can be versatile and play multiple positions in there system,” Branham told TheHoosier.com of IU’s vision for him. “I can play the one and handle the ball but also be able to run another guard position and play off.

So what’s the next step in his development?

“Then next step is to keep working to achieve my goals. I still have many goals I want to reach by the end of my high school career such as a state championship, Gatorade POTY, McDonald all American, etc,” Branham said. “I think the main thing is working on my body and speed/quickness so that I’m ready for the next level when it comes to that time.

“Something that they (the IU coaching staff) said is that I’m still a kid. Just keep being me by working hard but enjoying the rest of my high school career.”

More (On3+): 2027 4-star guard Chase Branham ‘just gets it’ and uses his ‘love for the game’ to enhance his skillset on the floor

Branham is the lone commit for Indiana basketball’s 2027 recruiting class.

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