4-star PF Matt Gilhool commits to LSU
Matt Gilhool, a four-star power forward in the 2025 class, has committed to LSU, he told On3.
The 6-foot-10 senior out of Philadelphia (PA) William Penn Charter chose head coach Matt McMahon and the Tigers over a final group of Alabama, Iowa, Tennessee, Mississippi State, and Georgia Tech.
Gilhool is the No. 71 overall recruit in the 2025 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Rankings. He’s also the No. 14 power forward prospect. The On3 Industry Ranking is a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.
On3’s evaluators are slightly higher on Gilhool, ranking him No. 62 in the 2025 class.
Gilhool on his commitment to LSU
Matt Gilhool went in-depth on his commitment to LSU with On3.
“I just like what coach McMahon has going on,” Gilhool said. “I think there’s a lot of good stuff for the future with LSU. Just the amount of love they were showing me. They were always hitting me up, always calling me, and they’ve been recruiting me the hardest. I thought that was really important.”
In his own words, what type of player is LSU getting in Gilhool?
“I think I’m a versatile four. A forward that can do a little bit of everything on the court, stretch the floor, put the ball on the floor, block shots, rebound, all of that.”
He has a message for Tiger fans.
“LSU basketball is coming back and it’s definitely exciting.”
Scouting Report
“Very real intrigue with the long term prospects of Matthew Gilhool. At 6-10, he is a very fluid athlete combining vertical pop with lateral ability. The lefty has natural shot block timing around the basket and he can slide his feet and open his hips on the defensive end. He is still getting used to his body and the speed of the game, strength will be necessary, but the physical natural tools are readily apparent. Offensively, Gilhool is a capable and confident shooter. Off the catch, he has a fluid load with a consistent release. He is able to push the break with control and get the ball to its proper areas. There is a mid post game and footwork there as well. Again, he needs continued strength and in-game reps, but there is a lot here to work with.” – On3’s Jamie Shaw