
Indiana men’s basketball has secured a significant commitment from five-star forward Liam McNeeley, a versatile 6-foot-7, 210-pound talent from Montverde Academy in Florida. McNeeley, ranked No. 13 in the 2024 class, chose the Hoosiers over strong competition, including Kansas and Texas. ([indiana.rivals.com](https://indiana.rivals.com/news/2024-five-star-prospect-liam-mcneeley-commits-to-indiana-basketball?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
McNeeley’s decision to commit to Indiana was influenced by the program’s consistent recruitment and the opportunity to learn from head coach Mike Woodson, a former NBA player and national champion at Indiana. He expressed confidence that Coach Woodson’s experience would help him achieve his goals of winning a national championship and playing in the NBA. ([abcnews.go.com](https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/indiana-lands-commitment-5-star-forward-liam-mcneeley/story?id=103997435&utm_source=chatgpt.com))
During his junior season at Montverde, McNeeley averaged 13.7 points per game on 48% shooting and made 45% of his three-point attempts. His dynamic playstyle, combining effective driving, shooting, and playmaking, makes him a formidable prospect. McNeeley has also represented USA Basketball at the U16 level, contributing to a gold medal victory at the FIBA U16 Americas. ([abcnews.go.com](https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/indiana-lands-commitment-5-star-forward-liam-mcneeley/story?id=103997435&utm_source=chatgpt.com))
McNeeley’s commitment is a significant win for Indiana, marking the third consecutive year the program has secured a five-star recruit, following Malik Reneau in 2022 and Mackenzie Mgbako in 2023. This trend underscores the Hoosiers’ growing national appeal and their ability to attract top-tier talent. ([abcnews.go.com](https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/indiana-lands-commitment-5-star-forward-liam-mcneeley/story?id=103997435&utm_source=chatgpt.com))
As McNeeley prepares to join the Hoosiers, his addition is expected to bolster Indiana’s roster with his scoring ability, versatility, and high basketball IQ, contributing to the team’s aspirations for future success.