Michigan basketball fans were already over-the-moon excited about first-year head coach Dusty May and that was before he landed the commitment of five-star point guard Trey McKenney on Saturday.
McKenney announced his commitment on Saturday afternoon, choosing Michigan basketball over Georgetown and USC.
The in-state prospect is ranked 19th overall in the 2025 recruiting class according to the 247 Sports composite rankings and is the first five-star to sign with Michigan basketball since Caleb Houstan and Moussa Diabate.
McKenney is out of Flint, Michigan, and this feels like the kind of recruitment that Michigan State used to win. However, May did a stellar job with McKenney and when the Wolverines were able to get him on campus, that seemed to seal the deal.
Expert projections and crystal balls have trickled in over the past few weeks and here are three thoughts on a five-star commitment for Michigan basketball.
Another perfect fit for Dusty May
When you read the scouting report on McKenney and watch the highlights, it feels like this dude was meant for Dusty May's system. He's a score-first combo guard, but according to 247 Sports' scouting report says he has "clear potential" creating out of ball screens.
That's going to be an essential part of playing under May. But McKenney, 6-foot-4, can create his own shot and get to the rim. He also shoots 92 percent from the free-throw line. His 3-point shoot could be more refined but he shot 36 percent in the EYBL.
Some of the "negatives" on his scouting report are taking too many tough-twos, which is something May will coach out of him. The Wolverines want to shoot 3-point shots or at the rim.
You still need guys who can create and score in the mid-range, but you don't want a big chunk of shots coming from there. McKenney feels like he could be Johnell Davis in this system. He's not a pure point guard but he is a true combo guard and that makes him a perfect fit for Michigan basketball.
Pair him with L.J. Cason, Durral Brooks and Justin Pippen Michigan will have exactly the kind of backcourt Dusty May wants.