UConn basketball adds No. 2 center Eric Reibe to 2025 class

Eric Reibe, the second-best center in the senior class, announced his commitment to UConn on Wednesday, giving Dan Hurley and the Huskies their second top-25 recruit in 2025.

Reibe chose UConn over Kansas, Creighton, Indiana and Oregon. He visited all five schools over the past several months, and also received frequent visits from coaches in recent weeks, including when Hurley and two assistant coaches stopped by Reibe's high school after visiting the White House in September.

The Huskies' pitch won: come to Storrs and become an NBA player while competing for a national championship.

“I was struck by the development of the players, especially with [Donovan] Clingan,” Reibe told ESPN. “Sending six players to the league in two years and winning two national championships is very special. Coach Hurley's plan with me aligns perfectly and I have a great relationship with all the coaches and players. “It was an indescribable feeling that told me that UConn is my home.”

The 7-foot Reibe out of Bullis School (Maryland) is ranked 23rd overall in the ESPN 100 for the class of 2025, ranking behind only Chris Cenac Jr. at the center position.

He has represented the German national team in international events since he was 15 years old, and most recently played in the Albert Schweitzer Tournament for his country's under-18 team. In six games there, Reibe averaged 13.5 points and 7.2 rebounds, while standing out and hitting almost two three-pointers per game with a performance of 57.9%.

The left-handed Reibe is one of the most skilled posters in the country. What makes him difficult to defend is that he can score and pass with his back to the basket or facing the basket. As a face-up threat, his touch and range on his mid-range and 3-point shots are consistent. In ball screen scenarios, he can pop and space, roll short, or drive hard to the rim. Playing with his back to the basket, Reibe's instincts, footwork, and movements are based on his defender's location. Right now, his left-handed jump hook and bottom spin are ahead of schedule. He is also valuable in dribbling and passing actions due to his coordination, mobility and hands.

“Eric has always been a force on the offensive end, his shooting and passing ability will help space the floor,” Bullis School coach Bruce Kelley said. “His commitment to improving defensively over the past year has been notable. He can now move his feet well enough to switch pick-and-rolls and keep the ball handler in front of him. He is also very comfortable covering players of the perimeter as its main confrontation.”

Reibe joins top-20 guard Darius Adams (No. 19 in ESPN 100) in the Huskies' 2025 class. The Huskies are also deep in the fight for Braylon Mullins (No. 24), who is expected to announce his decision next week between UConn, Indiana and North Carolina.

The Huskies have now landed nine ESPN 100 prospects in the last three classes.