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Former Rhode Island forwards Makhi and Makhel Mitchell commit to Hogs

Arkansas has landed the signatures of former Rhode Island forwards Makhi and Makhel Mitchell.

The brothers announced plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal on March 28 after Rams coach David Cox was fired on March 11.

They have also declared for the 2022 NBA Draft without hiring an agent.

Makhel, 6-10, 245 pounds, averaged 10.7 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 2.3 blocks per game last season, starting 27 of 31 games.

He shot 50.2% from the field and 52.5% at the free throw line. Makhel was an ESPN 4-star prospect and the No.