Devin Cleveland, a 4‑star guard from Chicago, is among the most sought‑after prospects in the 2027 class, and his recruitment has become a focal point for several elite programs. While Missouri currently enjoys a modest lead in the Rivals Recruiting Prediction Machine, Syracuse is mounting an aggressive campaign to secure his commitment.
Official Visits on the Horizon
Cleveland has already made unofficial trips to Marquette and Michigan, and he is scheduled to take an official visit to Missouri on October 3. He plans to tour every school on his shortlist before signing, with a decision likely coming by early January.
A Chicago Connection
Both Missouri’s head coach Dennis Gates and Syracuse’s newly appointed coach Gerry McNamara hail from Chicago, adding a personal dimension to the recruiting tug‑of‑war. Syracuse extended a scholarship to Cleveland last month, capitalizing on the shared hometown ties.
The prospect’s high school career unfolds at La Lumiere School in La Porte, Indiana, where he plays in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League Scholastic division. On the AAU circuit, he starred for the St. Louis‑based Bradley Beal Elite team, further cementing his reputation as a top‑10 shooting guard/combo guard.
Cleveland’s recruitment timeline suggests that his final choice will not be rushed; instead, he will weigh each program’s fit, coaching staff, and future opportunities before putting pen to paper. Whichever school he ultimately selects will gain a highly polished guard ready to contribute immediately.