Four-star big man Caleb Ourigou commits to Arkansas basketball, John Calipari

FAYETTEVILLE — Another big man might be joining Arkansas basketball for the upcoming season.

Caleb Ourigou committed to the Razorbacks on Tuesday, July 14. The 6-foot-10 New York native, who played his most recent season in the Overtime Elite League, is a four-star prospect in the 2027 class. But John Calipari and his staff have been pursuing a reclassification from Ourigou. Arkansas hopes he will become the latest addition to a star-studded recruiting haul in 2026.

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Ourigou took official visits to Kentucky, UConn, BYU and Arkansas. According to the 247Sports Composite, he was the No. 55 ranked player overall and the No. 8 center among 2027 prospects.

If he reclassifies, Ourigou will be the sixth freshman on the Hogs’ 2026-27 roster. He would join other five-star recruits Jordan Smith Jr., Miikka Muurinen, JJ Andrews and Abdou Toure.

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Arkansas basketball vs High Point photos from NCAA tournament game

Mar 21, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; High Point Panthers forward Terry Anderson (5) drives against Arkansas Razorbacks forward Malique Ewin (12) and forward Billy Richmond III (24) in the second half during a second round game of the men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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Arkansas basketball vs High Point photos from NCAA tournament game

Mar 21, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; High Point Panthers forward Terry Anderson (5) drives against Arkansas Razorbacks forward Malique Ewin (12) and forward Billy Richmond III (24) in the second half during a second round game of the men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

(Craig Strobeck, Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images)

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Arkansas basketball vs High Point photos from NCAA tournament game

Mar 21, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks forward Trevon Brazile (7) and High Point Panthers forward Cam’ron Fletcher (11) fight for a loose ball in the second half during a second round game of the men’s 2026…

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