Overview
- Gaskins, a Miami Columbus product, is ranked No. 16 overall and No. 4 at power forward in 247Sports’ 2026 composite.
- The pledge gives Jai Lucas his first five-star pickup since taking over as Miami’s head coach.
- He cited trust in Lucas and comfort staying close to home, also pointing to his bond with assistant Andrew Moran, his former high school coach.
- He chose Miami over other major programs, taking official visits to Florida and Texas A&M after drawing offers from multiple high-majors.
- Last season he helped Columbus go 30-3 with a fourth straight state title and a Chipotle Nationals crown, averaging 13.6 points and 6.3 rebounds.