The Washington Huskies are making a strong push on the recruiting trail, and they have their sights set on one of the biggest names in the 2027 class: five-star wing Malachi Jordan.
Standing at 6-foot-7 and weighing 225 pounds, Jordan is a standout from Dream City Christian High School in Glendale, Arizona. According to the 247Sports Composite, he's ranked as the No. 11 player in the nation and the No. 3 small forward in his class—making him a top priority for programs across the country.
Jordan already holds 18 offers and took an official visit to Washington in late October. While he's receiving heavy interest from Missouri, Tennessee, and Vanderbilt—and as a Tennessee native, staying close to home is a major factor—the Huskies' coaching staff, led by Danny Sprinkle, has put together an enticing pitch to bring him to Seattle.
“They have a new practice gym over there, and it was really nice,” Jordan told Rivals' Jamie Shaw. “I mean, it’s Seattle. You know, it’s always raining and stuff, so I’m not really with the weather, but (Danny Sprinkle) is a great guy. (Assistant coach Abdul Gaddy) and I talk all the time. Coach Gaddy is a player’s coach; we always talk about how I can’t guard him or something like that. It’s a cool experience with them.”
For Sprinkle, landing a player like Jordan would be a major win as he builds the Huskies' roster for the long term. The wing position is a key area of focus, especially as the team hopes Jasir Rencher can return to full health after a heart issue ended his 2025-26 season, and freshman Lattimore Ford works to establish himself in the rotation.
Jordan's game has drawn praise from analysts as well. “The 6-foot-6 prospect was valuable in his utility as a rebounder and defender, but he also showed some ability to go get his own bucket,” 247Sports' Travis Barnham said after watching Jordan at a USA Basketball minicamp. “He played hard on both ends of the court, finished strong at the rim, and showed some flashes of potential as a shooter in time.”
With his combination of size, skill, and versatility, Jordan would be a game-changing addition for the Huskies—and the recruiting battle is only heating up.