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Michigan Basketball to Host Five-Star Guard For Michigan State Game
- King Gibson, a five-star guard from SPIRE Academy, visited Michigan for an unofficial look during the Michigan vs. Michigan State game weekend.
- Gibson is the No. 5 overall prospect in the 2027 class and the top-ranked Ohio guard, with more than 20 offers nationwide.
- More than 20 programs have offered Gibson, including Michigan, Notre Dame, Duke, and Indiana.
- Michigan does not yet have a 2027 commit, as Lincoln Cosby reclassified to the 2026 class.
- Gibson posted strong performances with SPIRE, including a 24-point game against La Lumeire and solid all-around numbers in the 2025-26 season.
- Gibson’s visit is part of Michigan’s broader effort to add elite talent to its 2027 class amid a competitive recruiting landscape.
- Gibson is from Burlington, North Carolina and is playing for SPIRE Academy in Ohio.
- Sam Kayser is cited as the source for Gibson’s unofficial visit report.
- Gibson is viewed as the top Ohio guard and a leading player in the 2027 class.
- The article notes Michigan has hosted other top prospects as part of its recruiting activity.
- The coverage is written by Seth Berry, who covers Michigan athletics and joined Michigan On SI in 2025.
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