The **Georgia Bulldogs** have secured a monumental commitment from **Jacob Wilkins**, the son of **NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins**. Wilkins, a highly touted prospect in the **Class of 2025**, chose Georgia over other top programs, including **Tennessee, LSU, and Virginia**, solidifying his place as one of the most exciting young talents in the country [A](https://www.on3.com/teams/georgia-bulldogs/news/jacob-wilkins-son-of-georgia-legend-commits-to-bulldogs/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tEZXN0aW5hdGlvbiI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC93d3cub24zLmNvbVwvdGVhbXNcL2dlb3JnaWEtYnVsbGRvZ3NcL25ld3NcL2phY29iLXdpbGtpbnMtc29uLW9mLWdlb3JnaWEtbGVnZW5kLWNvbW1pdHMtdG8tYnVsbGRvZ3NcLyIsImV2ZW50SW5mb19jbGlja1NvdXJjZSI6ImNpdGF0aW9uTGluayIsImV2ZW50SW5mb19jb252ZXJzYXRpb25JZCI6IlRvQlhVVXV4UkFQcHJGZUM4VzY5QSIsImV2ZW50SW5mb19tZXNzYWdlSWQiOiJ5dW9DVjlNMjkxVVkydldrSnh4QXgifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
### **A Legacy Continues**
Jacob Wilkins’ decision to commit to Georgia carries deep significance. His father, Dominique Wilkins, is a **Bulldogs legend** who went on to become one of the greatest players in NBA history. The younger Wilkins, standing at **6-foot-8**, has already drawn comparisons to his father for his **athleticism, scoring ability, and defensive prowess** [A](https://www.on3.com/teams/georgia-bulldogs/news/jacob-wilkins-son-of-georgia-legend-commits-to-bulldogs/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tEZXN0aW5hdGlvbiI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC93d3cub24zLmNvbVwvdGVhbXNcL2dlb3JnaWEtYnVsbGRvZ3NcL25ld3NcL2phY29iLXdpbGtpbnMtc29uLW9mLWdlb3JnaWEtbGVnZW5kLWNvbW1pdHMtdG8tYnVsbGRvZ3NcLyIsImV2ZW50SW5mb19tZXNzYWdlSWQiOiJ5dW9DVjlNMjkxVVkydldrSnh4QXgiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJUb0JYVVV1eFJBUHByRmVDOFc2OUEifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
Despite receiving offers from powerhouse programs, Wilkins felt a strong connection to Georgia. **“I know their program is good, and they put players in good situations,”** Wilkins said in an interview before his commitment [A](https://www.on3.com/teams/georgia-bulldogs/news/jacob-wilkins-son-of-georgia-legend-commits-to-bulldogs/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoieXVvQ1Y5TTI5MVVZMnZXa0p4eEF4IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL3RlYW1zXC9nZW9yZ2lhLWJ1bGxkb2dzXC9uZXdzXC9qYWNvYi13aWxraW5zLXNvbi1vZi1nZW9yZ2lhLWxlZ2VuZC1jb21taXRzLXRvLWJ1bGxkb2dzXC8iLCJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJUb0JYVVV1eFJBUHByRmVDOFc2OUEifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). His familiarity with the Bulldogs’ culture and his father’s legacy played a crucial role in his decision.
### **Why Georgia?**
Wilkins’ commitment is a massive win for **Georgia basketball**, which has been making strides under head coach **Mike White**. The Bulldogs recently landed **five-star power forward Asa Newell**, and Wilkins’ addition further strengthens their **recruiting class for 2025** [A](https://www.on3.com/teams/georgia-bulldogs/news/jacob-wilkins-son-of-georgia-legend-commits-to-bulldogs/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoieXVvQ1Y5TTI5MVVZMnZXa0p4eEF4IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NvbnZlcnNhdGlvbklkIjoiVG9CWFVVdXhSQVBwckZlQzhXNjlBIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL3RlYW1zXC9nZW9yZ2lhLWJ1bGxkb2dzXC9uZXdzXC9qYWNvYi13aWxraW5zLXNvbi1vZi1nZW9yZ2lhLWxlZ2VuZC1jb21taXRzLXRvLWJ1bGxkb2dzXC8ifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
Georgia’s **player development, competitive environment, and strong relationships between coaches and athletes** were key factors in Wilkins’ choice. **“They like how my skillset fits what they’re trying to do and how I can play inside and out,”** he explained [A](https://www.on3.com/teams/georgia-bulldogs/news/jacob-wilkins-son-of-georgia-legend-commits-to-bulldogs/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJUb0JYVVV1eFJBUHByRmVDOFc2OUEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoieXVvQ1Y5TTI5MVVZMnZXa0p4eEF4IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL3RlYW1zXC9nZW9yZ2lhLWJ1bGxkb2dzXC9uZXdzXC9qYWNvYi13aWxraW5zLXNvbi1vZi1nZW9yZ2lhLWxlZ2VuZC1jb21taXRzLXRvLWJ1bGxkb2dzXC8ifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
### **A Future Star in the Making**
Wilkins is ranked as the **No. 22 overall prospect** in the Class of 2025, according to On3, and is considered one of the **top small forwards in the country** [A](https://www.on3.com/teams/georgia-bulldogs/news/jacob-wilkins-son-of-georgia-legend-commits-to-bulldogs/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJUb0JYVVV1eFJBUHByRmVDOFc2OUEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tEZXN0aW5hdGlvbiI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC93d3cub24zLmNvbVwvdGVhbXNcL2dlb3JnaWEtYnVsbGRvZ3NcL25ld3NcL2phY29iLXdpbGtpbnMtc29uLW9mLWdlb3JnaWEtbGVnZW5kLWNvbW1pdHMtdG8tYnVsbGRvZ3NcLyIsImV2ZW50SW5mb19tZXNzYWdlSWQiOiJ5dW9DVjlNMjkxVVkydldrSnh4QXgifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). His ability to **shoot from beyond the arc, dominate in transition, and protect the rim** makes him a versatile player with immense potential.
His playing style has drawn comparisons to **Brandon Ingram**, a current NBA star known for his **ball-handling, scoring versatility, and ability to take defenders off the dribble** [A](https://www.on3.com/teams/georgia-bulldogs/news/jacob-wilkins-son-of-georgia-legend-commits-to-bulldogs/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoieXVvQ1Y5TTI5MVVZMnZXa0p4eEF4IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NvbnZlcnNhdGlvbklkIjoiVG9CWFVVdXhSQVBwckZlQzhXNjlBIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL3RlYW1zXC9nZW9yZ2lhLWJ1bGxkb2dzXC9uZXdzXC9qYWNvYi13aWxraW5zLXNvbi1vZi1nZW9yZ2lhLWxlZ2VuZC1jb21taXRzLXRvLWJ1bGxkb2dzXC8ifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). Wilkins has expressed admiration for Ingram’s game and aims to develop similar skills as he transitions to the college level.
### **The Pressure of a Legendary Name
