4-star SF Jahki Howard commits to Auburn

Jahki Howard, a four-star small forward in the 2024 class, has committed to Auburn.

The 6-foot-6, 180-pound senior out of Overtime Elite (Ga.) chose Bruce Pearl and the Tigers over a final group of Arkansas, Arizona State, and Georgia Tech.

“I chose Auburn because the coaching staff treated me like family,” Howard said to On3. “I’m very familiar with the school and who came out of Bruce Pearl’s system.”

In his own words, what type of player is Auburn getting in Jahki Howard?

“I think I’ve improved my shot a lot and I’m becoming a deadly shooter. The playmaking is coming along. I’m a 3-and-D type of player.”

He has a message for Auburn fans.

“Get ready! One of the most electrifying duos is on the way.”

Howard is referring his AAU teammate, Auburn commit Tahaad Pettiford, a top-25 prospect in the 2024 class.

According to the On3 Industry Rankings, Howard is the No. 80 overall prospect in the 2024 cycle. He’s also the No. 28 small forward prospect and the No. 9 player in Georgia. The On3 Industry Ranking is a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

Howard Scouting Report

“Jahki Howard has a great frame with good length. The explosive athleticism is the take him with him. Howard plays above the rim in transition and is a vertical spacing threat in the half court. There is upside on defense, he is aggressive in the passing lanes. During the summer his jump shot because a weapon, providing spacing from the corners. Needs to develop the handle, at all levels, and build up a middle game. Some real physical attributes are in play.” – On3’s Jamie Shaw