BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — April 16, 2025 — The Indiana Hoosiers added another key piece to their growing portal puzzle on Wednesday with the commitment of 6'6" guard Jasai Miles, an explosive, high-upside transfer from North Florida. It wasn’t a splashy press-conference moment, but make no mistake—this is one of the most strategic and potentially impactful signings of Indiana’s offseason.
And it’s not just about filling a scholarship spot.

“This isn’t a random portal recruitment,” Coach Darian DeVries told Miles during the process. “This is a staff identity, a specific need, and want as we build a national championship-caliber roster for this next season and beyond.”

That quote set the tone. Indiana didn’t just want Miles—they targeted him. And they got him.
Why Jasai Miles Matters
Miles is built for today’s game—long, physical, unselfish, and professional in his approach. At 6’6” with a 6’10” wingspan, he offers a rare blend of defensive versatility and offensive potential. He’s the kind of player who can switch 1–3 defensively, knock down shots in rhythm, rebound in traffic, and most importantly, still has room to grow.
What NBA scouts love about players like Miles isn’t just what they are—it’s what they could become. And when you look at his physical profile, motor, silky jump shot and flashes of brilliance, it's clear why some in league circles are already tagging him as a future pro if he develops as projected.
The Game Tape: NBA Tools, Big Ten Grit
At North Florida, Miles flew under the national radar, but his tape tells the truth.

  • Defensively, he embraces contact, fights through screens, and rebounds with purpose. His two-handed rebounding technique and physicality on closeouts already resemble pro habits.

  • Offensively, he’s not a volume scorer yet, but he attempted over 7 threes per game, showing confidence and spacing instincts. His shot is fluid, his range is real, and with refinement under DeVries' system, he could emerge as an elite threat from beyond the arc.

  • In transition, he runs the floor hard, finishes through contact, and plays with a chip on his shoulder. His right-hand drive is explosive, and once he adds consistency to his left-hand handle and finishing, his scoring package takes a leap.



A Culture Fit for DeVries' Blueprint
Indiana’s roster is transforming quickly under Coach DeVries, who has already landed key transfers like Tucker DeVries and Lamar Wilkerson. But Miles fills a different lane—a long-term development piece with NBA measurables and Big Ten-ready toughness.
He’s not here for empty numbers or highlight clips. He’s here to compete, defend, grow, and win. That’s exactly the kind of player Indiana has lacked on the wing in recent seasons.

“He’s got a pro’s work ethic and the frame to match,” one Big Ten scout told BallerTube. “He’s going to guard, he’s going to rebound, and if the shot comes around, you’re talking about a real draft prospect in 12–18 months.”

What’s Next for Miles
Expect Miles to earn early rotation minutes, especially on the defensive end. His value will skyrocket if he locks in as a corner-three guy who can switch on defense and contribute in transition. But the long game is bigger.
If he continues refining his perimeter shooting and expands his handle, he becomes a legit NBA draft sleeper out of the Big Ten—a conference known for churning out tough, pro-ready wings.
Final Word: Not Just Another Commit—A Foundation Piece
This isn’t just another portal add. This is a recruitment with vision.
Indiana saw what most of the country missed: a 6’6” two-way player with NBA potential, hungry for a bigger stage and a system that believes in his ceiling.
With Coach DeVries at the helm and a roster built on accountability and upside, Jasai Miles is walking into the perfect storm to make noise—first in the Big Ten, and eventually, beyond it.