Michigan Basketball: George Washington commits to Wolverines, Juwan Howard

On3 Consensus four-star recruit George Washington III has committed to Michigan.

The 6-foot-2 class of 2023 combo guard was originally committed to Ohio State, before reopening his recruitment in September. He then took official visits to Wake Forest and Michigan, but also considered Virginia, Dayton, and Louisville.

Washington attends Dayton (Ohio) Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School, but is originally from Louisville, Ky.

He is Michigan’s second addition to the 2023 recruiting class, joining four-star big man Papa Kante.

Washington is the No. 93 overall prospect in the 2023 class, according to the On3 Consensus, the average ranking from all four major recruiting media companies. He’s also the No. 13 combo guard and the No. 3 player in the state of Ohio.

Washington on his commitment to Michigan

“I think at the end of the day Michigan is just the best place for me in terms of both personality, playstyle, and my end goal of playing and being a prominent guard in the NBA,” Washington said to On3. “I feel like it’s just an opportunity that I’m blessed by God to have and one that I had to take.”

What type of player is Michigan getting in George Washington III?

“I believe that they are getting the best guard in the ‘23 class,” he says. “A guard that can shoot it from anywhere on the court and will handle and run the team. A guard that also can take it all the way to the rim and play above the rim. I’m someone that stays in the gym and is focused on my development and winning games.”

Washington has a message for Michigan fans.

“Get ready for some fun basketball because me and Papa (Kanta) are coming to add to a great team and hang banners.”

Scouting Summary

George Washington, III is a score-first lead guard. He is very confident in his ability to shoot the ball, and he does have range that extends beyond the three-point arc. Questions arise about his lack of athleticism and length. Can he consistently get to his shot effectively? Washington’s mechanics do not change whether shooting off the catch or off the dribble, and when given a clean look, he can knock it down. How well does Washington see the floor? He averaged 1 assist to 2 TOs during Peach Jam this summer. Also, given his lack of size and athletics, there are defensive questions at the highest level. Washington averaged close to 24 points last high school season. His dad is a women’s basketball coach at Dayton. – On3’s Jamie Shaw, National Recruiting Analyst