Xavier Young reclassifies to 2027 and joins LSU, boosting the Tigers recruiting class alongside Reese Alston.
Xavier Young, a 5-star recruit and standout basketball player, announced on Saturday that he will officially commit to the LSU Tigers starting next year after reclassifying to the 2027 class.
The announcement came during a major recruiting wave for head coach Will Wade, who secured Young's commitment following an extensive visit process that included stops at several top collegiate basketball programs.
Young becomes the second major commitment of the week for Baton Rouge, according to information published by bleache.
Xavier Young Profile and National Ranking
Recognized as the No. 11 overall player in the 2027 class according to 247Sports composite rankings, Young brings elite talent to the Southeastern Conference program.
The Dallas native plays for the Faith Family Academy of Oak Cliff and recently gained international experience playing for the USA Basketball team that won gold at the U-17 World Cup.
During seven appearances for the U.S. team, the talented guard averaged 7.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per contest.
Will Wade Secures Top Recruiting Class
The addition of Xavier Young is a massive victory for head coach Will Wade as he navigates his second stint leading the LSU basketball program in Baton Rouge.
Wade returned to the position in March after replacing Matt McMahon, bringing back the momentum from a successful prior tenure that featured three NCAA tournament appearances.
LSU currently holds the No. 2 recruiting class in the country for 2027, and Young's commitment is expected to push the program into the top spot nationwide.
LSU 2027 Recruiting Class Breakdown
The Tigers are assembling a powerhouse roster for the future, anchored by multiple five-star prospects who have chosen to continue their basketball careers in Louisiana.
- Xavier Young: 5-star guard and No. 11 overall prospect
- Reese Alston: 5-star prospect who committed on Thursday
- King Gibson: 4-star prospect adding depth to the group
- Ahmad Hudson: 4-star prospect completing the top-tier quartet
With commitments from Young and Alston, LSU joins Connecticut and Duke as the only programs securing at least two commitments from top-15 prospects in the 2027 class.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Xavier Young and where did he commit?
Xavier Young is a 5-star basketball recruit from Faith Family Academy of Oak Cliff in Dallas who committed to play for the LSU Tigers.
What class is Xavier Young reclassifying to?
Xavier Young has reclassified to the 2027 recruiting class, where he is ranked as the No. 11 overall player by 247Sports.
Who else committed to LSU alongside Xavier Young?
Xavier Young will be joined in Baton Rouge by fellow 5-star prospect Reese Alston, along with 4-star recruits King Gibson and Ahmad Hudson.
Who is the head coach of the LSU basketball team?
Will Wade serves as the head coach of the LSU basketball team, returning for his second stint with the program in March.
