Utica native Smith commits to Tarleton State

Former Raymond High School basketball star Jakorie Smith has committed to play basketball at Tarleton State University.

Smith, who currently played at East Mississippi CC, made the announcement on Monday on his social media page.

#TexanNation What’s good?🟣⚪️ @TarletonMBB @TarletonSports pic.twitter.com/np9u6RZlPq

— S M I T H2️⃣3️⃣ (@Jak0rie_) February 21, 2022

Smith averaged 15.2 points per game at EMCC.