Overview

• Avent chose Michigan State over finalists Seton Hall and Xavier after fielding offers from programs including Providence and Penn State.
• He is ranked around No. 78–80 nationally and is a top-15 power forward in the 2026 class according to major recruiting services.
• The Bergen Catholic product, listed at 6-foot-7 to 6-foot-8, averaged 14.5 points and 5.1 rebounds while helping win a Non-Public A state title.
• His commitment pairs with four-star point guard Carlos Medlock Jr., giving Tom Izzo two early pieces for 2026.
• Avent said Michigan State felt like home and pointed to Izzo’s player-development track record, describing his own game as versatile with floor spacing and multi-position defense.