4-Star Wing Decommits from Pitt

Top recruit Anthony Felesi backs out of commitment to Panthers

Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:51pm

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Anthony Felesi, a highly touted four-star wing recruit in the Class of 2026, has decommitted from the University of Pittsburgh. Felesi, who was ranked as a top 100 recruit by ESPN and 247Sports, had originally committed to Pitt in October but has now backed out of that pledge.

Why it matters

Felesi's decommitment is a significant blow to the Pitt basketball program, which is coming off a disappointing 13-20 season and has seen several players enter the transfer portal. The Panthers were hoping Felesi would be a key part of their rebuilding efforts, and his departure leaves them with just two remaining commitments in the 2026 class.

The details

Felesi, who played his high school basketball for Utah Prep, initially chose Pitt over several West Coast schools including BYU and UCLA. He is known as one of the top defensive players in his class, averaging 2.2 blocks per game as a junior. Pitt's struggles last season, including a 5-13 conference record, may have played a role in Felesi's decision to back out of his commitment.

  • Felesi committed to Pitt in October 2025.
  • Felesi decommitted in April 2026.

The players

Anthony Felesi

A four-star wing recruit in the Class of 2026 who has decommitted from the University of Pittsburgh.

Johnathan Givony

A reporter for Draft Express who reported on Felesi's decommitment from Pitt.

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What they’re saying

“This news comes as many other Pitt players are entering the transfer portal. The Panthers just had one of their worst seasons in years, finishing 5-13 in ACC play and 13-20 overall.”

— Johnathan Givony, Reporter

What’s next

Pitt will need to work quickly to try and replace Felesi's commitment and rebuild its 2026 recruiting class. The team still has two other good commitments in forward Chase Foster and guard Jermal Jones Jr., but Felesi's departure leaves a significant hole that the Panthers will need to fill.

The takeaway

Felesi's decommitment is a major setback for the Pitt basketball program, which is already facing significant roster turnover and coming off a disappointing season. The Panthers will need to regroup quickly on the recruiting trail to try and salvage their 2026 class and get the program back on track.