Rutgers basketball has officially welcomed its first commitment for the 2027 recruiting class, signing four-star shooting guard RJ Moore. This promising player has chosen to join the Scarlet Knights, as reported by 247Sports, which ranks him as a top-tier recruit alongside Rivals.
RJ Moore, who is from Huntersville, South Carolina, currently plays at Ambassador Christian School. Standing at 6 feet 6 inches and weighing 190 pounds, Moore had a standout junior season, participating in 22 games where he averaged an impressive 18.6 points, 2.5 assists, and 8 rebounds per game, according to his profile on MaxPreps.
Moore's commitment marks a significant milestone for Rutgers, as he is ranked as the No. 60 recruit nationally by 247Sports and holds the No. 40 spot according to Rivals. His signing is particularly noteworthy as he becomes the highest-rated recruit to commit to the Scarlet Knights since Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey. The talented guard chose Rutgers over several other prestigious programs, including Alabama, Vanderbilt, Syracuse, Wake Forest, and Virginia. His decision came during an official visit, and it is anticipated that he will cancel scheduled visits to the Commodores, Demon Deacons, and Crimson Tide.
Adam Finkelstein from 247Sports provided insight into Moore's skill set, noting his potential as a high-upside wing player. Finkelstein highlighted Moore's combination of shooting ability, size, and movement skills, stating, "Moore is a high-upside wing who combines shooting with positional size and movement skills. His niche is from behind the three-point line, and he has a natural stroke and soft ball. He’s capable of making deep threes, can side-step into tough ones, and has clear gravity spacing the floor." This shooting prowess is expected to be a valuable asset for the Scarlet Knights as they look to enhance their offensive strategy.
With RJ Moore's commitment, Rutgers finds itself in a favorable position regarding its scholarship allocations for the upcoming 2027 season. The recent changes in NCAA eligibility rules, allowing for five years of eligibility, mean that the Scarlet Knights could have three additional scholarship spots available before the transfer portal opens. This flexibility could enable the coaching staff to further bolster the roster as they aim for continued success in the Big Ten Conference.
As Rutgers prepares for the future, Moore's addition is a promising step towards building a competitive team capable of making significant strides in college basketball. The Scarlet Knights will look to capitalize on this momentum as they navigate the recruiting landscape in the coming years.
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