Dylan Mingo, the Nittany Lions' top recruiting target, committed to North Carolina. Before Mingo's decision, Rhoades discussed Penn State's recruiting strategy.

Mingo was a top target not only for his chops on the court but also because of his standing ties to the program. His older brother, Kayden Mingo, has been a star freshman for the Lions this season. Kayden Mingo was the highest-rated recruit in program history when he signed last cycle.