Jalen Haralson

Jalen Haralson
No. 10 – Tennessee Volunteers
PositionSmall forward
ConferenceSoutheastern Conference
Personal information
Born (2007-04-30) April 30, 2007
Listed height6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)
Listed weight220 lb (100 kg)
Career information
High school
College
Career highlights
Medals
Men's basketball
Representing  United States
FIBA U17 World Cup
Gold medal – first place2024 TurkeyTeam

Jalen Tyree Haralson (born April 30, 2007) is an American college basketball player for the Tennessee Volunteers of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). He previously played for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

Early life and high school career

Haralson grew up in Anderson, Indiana and initially attended Fishers High School.[1] He averaged 23.4 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game as a sophomore.[2] After the season, Haralson transferred to the La Lumiere School.[3] He averaged nine points, 4.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists in eight games during his junior season. After his first year at the school, Haralson played in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) for the Indy Heat, an Amateur Athletic Union team, and averaged 21.2 points and 7.3 rebounds per game.[4]

Recruiting

Haralson was a consensus four-star recruit and one of the top players in the 2025 class, according to major recruiting services.[5] He committed to playing college basketball for Notre Dame over offers from Indiana and Michigan State.[6] Haralson is the highest-rated recruit in program history.[7]

College recruiting
Name Hometown School Height Weight Commit date
Jalen Haralson
SF		 Anderson, IN La Lumiere School (IN) 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) 210 lb (95 kg) Sep 25, 2024 
Recruit ratings: Rivals: 4/5 stars   247Sports: 4/5 stars   On3: 4/5 stars   ESPN: 4/5 stars   (89)
Overall recruit ranking:    Rivals: 17    247Sports: 18    On3: 31    ESPN: 19
  • Note: In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, On3, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight.
  • In these cases, the average was taken. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale.

Sources:

  • "Notre Dame 2025 Basketball Commitments". Rivals. Retrieved April 18, 2026.
  • "2025 Notre Dame Fighting Irish Recruiting Class". ESPN. Retrieved April 18, 2026.
  • "2025 Team Ranking". Rivals. Retrieved April 18, 2026.

College career

Haralson enrolled at the University of Notre Dame for the 2025–26 season as one of the highest-rated recruits in program history. He made an immediate impact as a freshman for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, earning a starting role early in the season and emerging as one of the team's primary scoring options.

During his freshman season, Haralson appeared in 27 games, making 23 starts, and averaged 16.2 points, four rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game while playing 26.6 minutes per contest. He shot 51.5 percent from the field, showcasing efficiency as a slashing wing and interior scorer.[8]

Haralson's combination of size, athleticism, and scoring ability allowed him to contribute across multiple facets of the game, often serving as a focal point of Notre Dame's offense. His performances earned him All-ACC honorable mention honors at the conclusion of the season.[9]

Following the conclusion of his freshman season, Haralson entered the NCAA transfer portal and later transferred to the Tennessee Volunteers ahead of the 2026–27 season.[10]

National team career

Haralson played for the United States under-17 basketball team at the 2024 FIBA Under-17 Basketball World Cup.[11] He averaged 11.1 points, four rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game as the United States won the gold medal.[12]

Career statistics

Legend
  GP Games played   GS  Games started  MPG  Minutes per game
 FG%  Field goal percentage  3P%  3-point field goal percentage  FT%  Free throw percentage
 RPG  Rebounds per game  APG  Assists per game  SPG  Steals per game
 BPG  Blocks per game  PPG  Points per game  Bold  Career high

College

Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2025–26 Notre Dame 272326.6.515.200.6744.02.6.5.316.2

References

  1. ↑ "Fishers freshman Jalen Haralson is just getting started, but already has an IU offer". Indianapolis Star. November 29, 2021. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  2. ↑ Newton, Matt (July 23, 2023). "2025 Consensus Five-Star Guard Jalen Haralson Earns Offer From Virginia". SI.com. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  3. ↑ "Fishers star Jalen Haralson going prep, latest to leave Indiana high school basketball". Indianapolis Star. July 19, 2023. Retrieved September 26, 2024.
  4. ↑ Golden, Todd (September 23, 2024). "Indiana Basketball Recruiting Target Jalen Haralson To Make His College Choice On Wednesday". SI.com. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  5. ↑ Bossi, Eric (September 15, 2024). "Five-star Jalen Haralson cancels Kansas and Missouri visits, moves up Purdue as he nears decision". 247Sports. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  6. ↑ Borzello, Jeff; Biancardi, Paul (September 25, 2024). "Jalen Haralson, No. 10 basketball recruit in '25 class, picks Notre Dame". ESPN.com. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  7. ↑ Borzello, Jeff (September 25, 2024). "The impact of 2025 No. 10 Jalen Haralson's Notre Dame commitment". ESPN.com. Retrieved September 26, 2024.
  8. ↑ "Jalen Haralson Stats". ESPN. Retrieved April 18, 2026.
  9. ↑ "Jalen Haralson showing promise as Notre Dame standout". A Sea of Blue. Retrieved April 18, 2026.
  10. ↑ "Notre Dame forward Jalen Haralson commits to Tennessee". Yahoo Sports. Retrieved April 18, 2026.
  11. ↑ Ankony, Jack (June 20, 2024). "Jalen Haralson Makes USA U17 Team, Plans Official Visit to Indiana". SI.com. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  12. ↑ Neddenriep, Kyle (September 24, 2024). "Indiana basketball star Jalen Haralson down to 3 schools, will announce decision Wednesday". Indianapolis Star. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
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