🚨 ESPN SHOCKER: The Lance Jones Just Scored BIG TIME!
In a recruiting bombshell that has sent shockwaves through the college basketball world, five-star 2026 elite guard Antione West RJ has officially committed to Indiana—leaving behind powerhouse offers from Ohio State, LSU, and Alabama.
The announcement, which dropped earlier today via a surprise ESPN segment, has fans and analysts alike scrambling to assess the massive implications for Indiana’s basketball future. Known for his explosive scoring ability, elite court vision, and lockdown perimeter defense, West RJ has been touted as one of the most complete guards in the 2026 class.
🚀 West RJ x Indiana = National Title Buzz
The commitment is a major win for Indiana and a monumental moment for head coach Mike Woodson’s recruiting legacy. It also gives a massive boost to Indiana’s backcourt—especially when paired with Lance Jones, who’s been turning heads with his leadership, grit, and scoring prowess.
With West RJ stepping in, experts are already calling this backcourt one of the most dangerous duos in the country, with the potential to carry Indiana deep into March Madness—and possibly all the way to a national title.
👀 Who is Antione West RJ?
- ⭐ Rank: Consensus Top-5 national prospect (2026)
- 📍 Hometown: Oak Hill, Virginia
- 📏 Size: 6’4”, 185 lbs
- 💥 Strengths: Elite first step, three-level scoring, defensive IQ, clutch gene
- 🧠 Basketball IQ: Off the charts—frequently draws comparisons to young De’Aaron Fox or Jrue Holiday
“He’s the kind of guard who can change a program overnight,” one ESPN analyst said. “Indiana didn’t just land a top recruit—they landed a franchise-altering player.”
❌ Snubbed Powerhouses React
Ohio State, LSU, and Alabama were all in hot pursuit, reportedly offering everything from NIL mega-deals to immediate starting roles. But in the end, West RJ chose tradition, culture, and the rising momentum at Indiana.
Sources close to the player say he was deeply impressed with Indiana’s development program and the vision for pairing him with Lance Jones in a dynamic guard-led offense.
🏆 Eyes on the Prize
With this commitment, Indiana now holds the #2 overall recruiting class for 2026, just behind Duke—but with West RJ in the mix, that could change soon.
Expectations have skyrocketed.
Fans are already buzzing about Final Four potential, and NBA scouts are eyeing Indiana’s backcourt as one of the must-watch tandems over the next two years.
📢 The Final Word
“I chose Indiana because I want to be part of something legendary,” West RJ said in a live interview. “We’re not coming to play—we’re coming to win. Period.”
Get ready, Hoosiers Nation.
The Lance Jones just got his backcourt running mate. The rest of the country better take notice.
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