The Wolverine: Covering University of Michigan Football and Sports
Issue link: https://comanpub.uberflip.com/i/213966
basketball recruiting expected him to be. Up next: a 2014 group headlined by Chatman that includes star power and size. "I love the potential of this recruiting class," U-M head coach John Beilein said. "They are outstanding young men who love the game, and all bring something different to our program." Portland (Ore.) Columbia Christian's Chatman didn't play varsity basketball during his junior season after being ruled ineligible following a transfer to Long Beach (Calif.) Poly, but that didn't stop him from being recruited at a high level. He averaged 25.0 points, 10.0 rebounds and 6.0 assists playing 14 junior varsity games and put up 9.4 points, 9.7 rebounds and 4.4 rebounds a game as a sophomore in Portland. He averaged 15.8 points and 9.8 rebounds per game on the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) travel circuit over the summer. It's Chatman's versatility that makes him special. At 6-7, he can see over defenders, has great length and is an impressive assist man. He's still working on a consistent jumper. "Kam has a unique ability to play either guard or forward because he is both an excellent rebounder and passer," Beilein said. "His versatility and ability to see the floor gives him the potential of being an excellent playmaker, scorer and defender for us at many different positions." Chatman picked the Wolverines over Arizona in somewhat of a surprise, noting he felt comfortable with the coaching staff and the players. Sacramento (Calif.) Capital Christian forward D.J. Wilson (6-8, No. 135 player in the country) wasn't highly recruited as a sophomore, but he burst on to the recruiting scene this summer after missing the spring with a bad back. He plays elbows at the rim, has a 7-3 wingspan and was starting to pick up more interest before Michigan plucked him away from Gonzaga and others. Wilson averaged 9.7 points and 4.6 rebounds as a junior in helping the Cougars to a 26-5 record. As a sophomore he put up 8.6 points and 5.8 rebounds in leading Capital Christian to a 26-6 record. "D.J. is just oozing with potential," Beilein said. "He is very skilled and can become an excellent combo forward for us. He has great length and can play above the rim because of his athleticism. As he fills into his 6-9 frame his outstanding work habits will be a great asset to him in his development." Michigan showed more interest 2014 Michigan Signees Name Kameron Chatman Ricky Doyle Austin Hatch D.J. Wilson Pos. SF PF SG SF Ht. 6-7 6-9 6-6 6-8 Wt. 197 232 214 205 Hometown (High School) Portland, Ore. (Columbia Christian) Fort Myers, Fla. (Bishop Verot) Fort Wayne, Ind. (Loyola [Pasadena, Calif.]) Sacramento, Calif. (Capital Christian)