Ernest Udeh, Jr.

#23 Ernest Udeh, Jr.

Rivals.com: Profile as recruit

Position: Center

Height: 6-11

Weight: 240

Class: Freshman

Hometown: Orlando, Fla.

High School: Dr. Phillips HS

OVERVIEW

A true big man who is long and athletic … Has a 7-foot-2 wingspan … Plays with energy and runs the floor well … One of three McDonald’s All-Americans in KU’s freshmen class, along with Gradey Dick and MJ Rice.

HIGH SCHOOL

A McDonald’s All-American following his senior season at Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando, Florida … Averaged 13.1 points and 9.2 rebounds per game his senior season in 2021-22 … Recorded 10.1 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 1.9 blocked shots per game as a junior at Dr. Phillips HS in winning the state title … Had 13 rebounds and six blocked shots in the 2021 state championship game … Played for coach Ben Witherspoon at Dr. Phillips … Played for Southeast Elite AAU Program in Florida … Ranked No. 23 by ESPN100, No. 31 by 247sports.com and No. 32 by Rivals.com.

PERSONAL

Full name is Ernest Maduabuchi Udeh Jr. … Born in Orlando, Fla. … Mother is ChiChi Udeh … Has two younger siblings – Gabriella and Emmanuel … Hobbies include listening to music, drawing, making music beats, working out, gaming and dancing … Can play the drums … Was recruited heavily by numerous power five schools and also the Overtime Elite professional hoops league.