Razorbacks Offer Impressive 2028 5-Star Guard Out of Canada

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas coach John Calipari continues to evaluate top talent across the country with 2028 5-star combo guard Liam Mitakaro the latest to hear from the Razorbacan offer.

The 6-foot-4 prospect out of Bella Vista Prep in Scottsdale, (Ariz.) heard from the Razorbacks Tuesday afternoon after excelling on the EYBL circuit for his home country team, UPlay Canada.

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He’s averaged over 14 points, six assists, four rebounds, and two steals per game on 46% from the field, 27% from three and 71% from the free throw line.

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There’s a smoothness to his game that makes it obvious as to why he’s considered one of the top basketball players in the world at his age. HIs offer list includes Arkansas, Kansas, Arizona State, Oklahoma State, Ohio State, Oregon, Texas, UCLA, San Francisco and West Virginia.

Mitakaro is considered a 5-star prospect who ranks No. 26 nationally, No. 5 among combo guards and No. 2 out of Arizona, according to 247Sports Composite ranking. His ability to glide with the ball in his hands makes it look easy on the offensive end.

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He can capably run the point for extended periods with above average handles, but what makes him such a hot commodity on the recruiting trail is his crisp shooting stroke. Don’t let the numbers fool you because Mitakaro has what it takes to become one of the best shooters in the nation by the time he makes it to a college campus.

His basketball IQ at the moment is something rare, showing a good feel for the game where he doesn’t appear rushed to make quick decisions Most prospects at his age want to rely on their speed and athleticism to create offense but Mitakaro plays under control and never seems to get rattled.

The patience and control that he plays with is beyond his years and will be interesting to watch develop over the next few years.

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He has similar length comparable to that of former Razorback and current Orlando Magic star Anthony Black, which is ideal size for a point…

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Publish date : 2026-06-17 13:00:00

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