Meleek Thomas is partnering with another former WPIAL standout.
Thomas — a 6-foot-5, 175-pound five-star guard from Lincoln Park in Midland, Pa. — signed an NIL deal with former Pitt star Damar Hamlin’s Chasing Millions clothing brand.
“What drives me to pursue my dreams is knowing I got a family that depends on me, the main part of what drives me to have a goal of making it to the top ever since I picked a ball up and me never wanting to stop chasing my dream knowing I can one of the greatest to ever do it,” Thomas said on Instagram.
“Chasing Millions means a lot to me. It means family, a brotherhood, a motto to follow until it gets bigger than millions. Chasing M’s is a motto that you chase your dreams and goals every day until you surpass millions and stick to that motto every day.”
Hamlin created Chasing Millions as a way to give back to the local Pittsburgh community while still being able to express himself through fashion and design.
“Chasing Millions is more than just a clothing brand. It is a community of like-minded individuals, hustlers who strive to achieve their goals and chase their dreams. Our brand is a platform that provides a space for people to connect with one another, share their experiences, and support one another as they work towards their ambitions.
“Our vision is to create a community that empowers individuals to reach their full potential. We believe that everyone has the capacity to achieve great things, and we want to help them do so. Our clothing is more than just a fashion statement; it is a symbol of the drive and determination that our community embodies. Wearing our clothing is a reminder of the support and inspiration that our community offers.”
Thomas is one of the most sought-after recruits in the class of 2025. He’s a consensus top-10 recruit (rated a five-star by On3, 247Sports, ESPN and Rivals), and last September, he released a top-12 of Auburn, Kansas State, Villanova, Kentucky, Pitt, Indiana, Duke, Kansas, Tennessee, UConn, Michigan, and Miami.
Pitt has heavily prioritized Thomas in the cycle and landed his high school teammate Brandin Cummings (a four-star recruit in his own right).
Thomas took an official visit to Pitt in March, which came after he made it out to watch more than a couple of games at the Petersen Events Center last season.
Thomas told On3 in February that he wanted to take seven official visits (in addition to Kentucky and Pitt) before he made his college decision.
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