MJ Collins' stock should rise this summer
There have been many breakout stars so far this travel season. One of the biggest stock risers in the Southeast in the past couple months has been MJ Collins, who has had a terrific stretch lately playing for Team Curry.
The athletic 6-foot-4 guard out of North Carolina is a really gifted scorer that can also play some point guard if needed. He’s recently added scholarship offers from Clemson, Temple, VCU, Virginia Tech and Xavier to go along with heavy interest from Butler, Illinois, Pittsburgh and Wake Forest.
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2021 Rankings: Rivals150 | Team | Position
2022 Rankings: Rivals150 | Team | Position
2023 Rankings: Top 30
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IN HIS OWN WORDS
Clemson: “I know they are in the ACC in a very good conference. It’s a great school. I know a lot about the football team and not as much about the basketball team. I’m going to take them very seriously.”
Illinois: “I picked Illinois to win it all in my bracket. I love the way they let their guards play. Me and coach [Chester] Frazier have built a strong relationship. That’s my dude right there. They would definitely be on my list if they offer.”
Virginia Tech: “They were the first high-major to contact me and show serious interest in me, so I’ll always have love for Virginia Tech. I watched a lot of their games this year and I like how they let their guards play with freedom.”
Xavier: “I love the way they play. They are in the Big East and play UConn and Georgetown and big schools like that.”
RIVALS' REACTION
Collins should continue to see his stock rise over the next couple months as college coaches are finally able to hit the road once again to evaluate prospects in person. At this point, Virginia Tech has done the most work with him as they were in early showing interest and were the second high-major to offer behind Xavier.
He's intrigued by playing in the ACC as well, which is why Clemson could also be a factor here. It’d also be smart to keep an eye on Illinois here. New assistant coach Chester Frazier is the one who started the recruiting process for the Hokies, and he’s continued to build on that at Illinois. If the Illini offer, they’ll be in great shape.