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Five-Star UNC Basketball Signee Makes Presence Known in NYC

Future UNC basketball guard Ian Jackson could become one of the Tar Heels' all-time electrifying weapons.
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Our Saviour Lutheran School (N.Y.) guard Ian Jackson, who inked his national letter of intent with the UNC basketball program during the early signing period in November, seems to always bring his best to big-time matchups. He's next-level explosive as a frequent-flyer scorer, willing playmaker, and confident-beyond-his-years showman.

All of the above was on display as Jackson put up lofty numbers for his NYC Jellyfam squad during this weekend's talent-rich Overtime Elite league action in New York City.

On Friday night, the 6-foot-5, 185-pound five-star, No. 10 overall on the 247Sports 2024 Composite, tallied a game-high 28 points, shooting 12-for-24 overall and 2-for-9 beyond the arc in a 107-87 loss to OTE's Cold Hearts at the NBPA training facility in Manhattan. He added four rebounds, two assists, and two steals.

Then, on Sunday afternoon, Ian Jackson delivered what the official Overtime Elite account called "his BEST PERFORMANCE in OTE." The 18-year-old New York City native finished the outing with 33 points, eight rebounds, three assists, and five steals, anchoring a 90-76 win over Diamond Doves at the Elmcor Activities center in Queens.

He shot 13-for-21 from the field, 2-for-6 from three, and 5-for-5 at the charity stripe:

The other two members of the Tar Heels' 2024 recruiting class, which 247Sports ranks No. 6 in the country, are Northwood (N.C.) five-star forward Drake Powell and Link Academy (Mo.) four-star center James Brown.

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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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