College basketball fans at Duke, Kentucky, and the Tennessee staff were left stunned on Sunday, April 20, 2025, when Nate Ament, a five-star recruit and the fourth-highest-ranked prospect in the class of 2025, chose to commit to the Volunteers.
Despite having powerhouse teams seeking his signature, he decided to go with a school with less publicity. What does it mean for Tennessee?
Nate Ament Picks Tennessee
Ament plays an impressive game of basketball. At 6’9″ and 185 pounds, he is built to deliver sharp passes and remarkable shots. Ament also has strong ball-handling skills. He is coming off a senior season filled with outstanding performances. He was named a McDonald’s All-American.
ESPN’s Jonathan Givony ranked him as the No. 4 NBA prospect in the 2026 Draft due to his performance.
NEWS: 5⭐️ Nate Ament, On3’s No. 3 overall recruit in the country, has committed to Tennessee.
The 6-9 small forward chooses the Vols over Arkansas, Louisville, Kentucky, and Duke.
Massive news for Rick Barnes. https://t.co/UwnmjWqLy3 pic.twitter.com/SXswpEnfMO
— Joe Tipton (@TiptonEdits) April 20, 2025
Ament’s decision to pass on basketball giants like Duke and Kentucky still comes as a surprise. This commitment will undoubtedly impact the college basketball program. His talent will be in high demand after conference games.
Ament’s presence will likely elevate the team profile; this might even prove to be an opportunity to attract new talent to explore Tennessee, a potential game-changer for the program.
Rick Barnes and his staff are happy to have Ament on their side. This commitment to the Vols allows the team to shine in a new system. The presence of Ament on the roster will significantly impact the team. It could elevate the Volunteers to new heights.
Barnes has transformed Tennessee, and they now perform well. The Volunteers hope to win titles and make history by reaching the Final Four. Ament’s fluidity will help him fit into the Vols team in no time.
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The addition of Ament to the team is something to watch out for. For the Volunteers, this is more than just a recruiting coup. Ament’s talent and dedication are essential. This will improve the team’s on-court performance and bring more energy to the campus and fans.
The next season could be historic if the team successfully builds on him. Hopefully, Ament will continue his career with more achievements. If he leads them to the final four and beyond, he could cement his legacy as one of the greatest in the game’s history.
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