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Top UNC Basketball Pledge Drops 31 Points in Playoff Victory

Future UNC basketball forward Caleb Wilson is now just three wins away from a state title.
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UNC basketball recruiting prize and Holy Innocents Episcopal School (Ga.) five-star senior forward Caleb Wilson posted 31 points, 13 rebounds, five assists, and two blocks to fuel an 88-62 home win over Landmark Christian School in Saturday's Georgia playoff action.

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The Holy Innocents Golden Bears improved to 24-4 overall. And they advanced to face the Hebron Christian School Lions in the quarterfinals of the state's private school bracket on Wednesday night.

Entering Saturday's blowout victory, the 6-foot-9, 205-pound Wilson was averaging 20.9 points, 11.0 rebounds, 4.9 assists, 2.3 steals, and 3.6 blocks per game this season, shooting 55.5 percent from the field, 33.3 percent from three, and 59.3 percent at the foul line.

At No. 6 overall, No. 3 among power forwards, and No. 1 in Georgia on the 247Sports 2025 Composite, Wilson is the highest-ranked member of the three-deep UNC basketball class.

He announced his commitment to fourth-year Tar Heel head coach Hubert Davis and his staff back on Jan. 24.

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Stay tuned to North Carolina Tar Heels On SI for more UNC basketball recruiting news.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining UNC on SI in 2023, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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