Top-25 recruit Niko Bundalo names final 8 schools

Niko Bundalo, one of the top power forwards in the 2025 class, tells On3 he’s narrowed his list of schools to eight: Kentucky, Michigan State, North Carolina, Ohio State, Pitt, Texas, UConn, and Xavier.

Bundalo went in-depth on each of his finalists in an exclusive interview with On3 here.

To this point, the 6-foot-9 rising senior out of Western Reserve Academy (OH) has taken unofficial visits to Ohio State, Michigan State, and Pitt. He has official visits scheduled with UConn, Michigan State, Ohio State, and North Carolina.

According to the On3 Industry Rankings, Bundalo is the No. 24 overall prospect in the 2025 cycle. He’s also the No. 7 power forward prospect. The On3 Industry Ranking is a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

Bundalo Scouting Report

“Niko Bundalo is a skilled lefty with size. Listed at 6-10 he is comfortable on the ball, pushing the break under control. His teams (both HS and AAU) line him up at various spots in the half court and run offense through him. He is a good passer and processes reads quickly. He is a threat as a jump shooter, he will need to continue working on his shot load as it can get a little long, but the base balance and release are consistent with spot shooting. He has embracing being more of a mismatch 4/5 and his game has gone to another level. He finishes well toward the rim. He is a good area rebounder and is a threat to start the offense. He will need to get stronger and continue to tighten the handle and shot (play with a lower center of gravity). There is a lot of production already in play here and a game that continues to evolve each time you see him. He is very competitive also.” – On3’s Jamie Shaw