Here's what you need to know about John Calipari's move from Kentucky to Arkansas ahead of the 2024-25 college basketball season

Five-star guard Meleek Thomas from the class of 2025 is committing to Arkansas to play under coach John Calipari.

John Calipari and the Arkansas Razorbacks picked up a major commitment from five-star guard Meleek Thomas this week.

Meleek Thomas, a 5-star recruit from Overtime Elite high school, has committed to the University of Arkansas, joining head coach John Calipari, according

Gonzaga returned six of its top seven scorers from last season’s 27-8 team that advanced to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 before losing to Purdue. The Bulldogs also added an impact newcomer in Razorback transfer guard Khalif Battle.

Arkansas basketball will look to rebuild when John Calipari leads the team on the floor this season. Calipari is in his first season there.

Another 5-star guard is coming to Fayetteville. Meleek Thomas is the latest recruit to join John Calipari and Arkansas basketball's new era.

The John Calipari effect has started to get results in Fayetteville. Arkansas has landed five-star recruit Meleek Thomas as part of its recruiting class for 2025, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Thomas currently plays in the Overtime Elite basketball league.