In a recruiting shockwave that’s rippling across the college basketball landscape, identical 5-star twin guards—Jalen and Jordan Harris—have officially announced their commitment to Tom Izzo and the Michigan State Spartans. Standing at a solid 6-feet tall, the dynamic duo out of Atlanta, Georgia, had narrowed their list to five major programs: Michigan State, Ohio State, Tennessee, Georgia, and archrival Michigan. But in a stunning decision aired live on ESPN, the Harris twins pulled out green-and-white Spartan caps and declared East Lansing their new home.
Their announcement sent shockwaves through the recruiting community. Not only are they among the top-ranked backcourt prospects in the 2025 class, but they’re also considered the most dominant twin tandem in high school hoops since the Harrison twins of Kentucky. Jalen, known for his elite court vision and leadership, has been ranked No. 2 among point guards nationwide. His brother Jordan, a deadly three-level scorer with a lockdown defensive mentality, comes in as the No. 4 shooting guard overall.
“We chose Michigan State because it felt like home,” said Jalen during the announcement. “Coach Izzo didn’t treat us like a package deal—he respected our individuality. That really stood out. He showed us how we could both thrive in his system, together or apart.”
Jordan added, “We visited East Lansing, and the culture there was special. Everyone talked about family, tradition, and grinding for something bigger than yourself. That’s who we are. We didn’t want hype—we wanted a home, and MSU gave us that.”
Their recruitment has been followed closely for over a year. Ohio State appeared to be the front-runner for months, especially with their deep family ties to the state. Tennessee made a strong late push, offering name, image, and likeness (NIL) incentives and the chance to lead immediately. Georgia, the in-state program, pitched hometown legacy and family proximity. And Michigan—despite their bitter rivalry with MSU—nearly swayed them with its prestigious business school and growing hoops culture under Coach Dusty May.
But in the end, it was Michigan State’s combination of legacy, development, and loyalty that won the day. The Harris twins are expected to be cornerstone players for the Spartans’ 2025 recruiting class, which now ranks in the top 3 nationally. Their commitment comes just days after MSU landed a 4-star big man from Illinois, marking a major momentum shift in Tom Izzo’s recruiting strategy.
Analysts predict that the twins will instantly elevate Michigan State’s national title hopes, possibly ushering in another Final Four run. “This is a program-changing moment,” said ESPN’s Paul Biancardi. “When you get one 5-star guard, you’re lucky. When you land twin 5-stars who already have chemistry, that’s dynasty potential.”
For Tom Izzo, entering his 30th season, this could be his most exciting backcourt since the 2000 national championship team. And for Spartan Nation, this surprise commitment from the Harris twins is nothing short of legendary.
East Lansing just became the epicenter of basketball’s future.
