| IMG Academy Ascenders | |
|---|---|
| Position | Power forward |
| Personal information | |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) |
| Listed weight | 213 lb (97 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | |
| Career highlights and awards | |
Donovan "Donnie" Freeman is an American basketball player who currently attends IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida.
Early life and high school
Freeman grew up in Washington, D.C. and initially attended St. John's College High School.[1] He averaged 21 points and 8.5 rebounds per game as a junior.[2] Freeman transferred to IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida before the start of his senior year.[3] Freeman was selected to play in the 2024 McDonald's All-American Boys Game during his senior year.[4]
Recruiting
Freeman is considered a top-50 prospect in the 2024 class.[5] He committed to play college basketball at Syracuse over offers from Alabama, Texas, Iowa, and Georgia Tech shortly after the conclusion of his junior year of high school.[6] Freeman was re-rated a five-star recruit by ESPN during his senior season.[7]
References
- ^ Errigo, Michael (December 6, 2022). "With versatility and growth spurts, D.C. area's junior class stands tall". Washington Post. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
- ^ "Syracuse recruiting target Donavan Freeman reveals final 5 schools; sets commitment date". The Post-Standard. May 7, 2023. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
- ^ "Syracuse commit Donnie Freeman will transfer to new school for senior year". The Post-Standard. August 15, 2023. Retrieved April 4, 2024.
- ^ "Donnie Freeman named McDonald's All-American, SU's first out of high school since Malachi Richardson". The Post-Standard. January 23, 2024. Retrieved April 4, 2024.
- ^ "Donnie Freeman at IMG: 'Good weight' and the part of his game that can 'take me to the next level'". The Post-Standard. January 15, 2024. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
- ^ Salerno, Cameron (May 11, 2023). "Syracuse basketball recruiting: Four-star F Donnie Freeman commits to Orange over Texas, Alabama". CBS Sports. Retrieved April 4, 2024.
- ^ McAllister, Mike (January 23, 2024). "Donnie Freeman Given Fifth Star by ESPN". SI.com. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
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