8-Foot-Tall Twins Shock the World—State Their Reasons for Committing to UNC………
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — In a stunning and historic announcement that took the basketball world by storm, twin basketball phenoms Ezekiel and Emmanuel “Manny” Robinson — standing an astonishing 8 feet tall each — declared their commitment to the University of North Carolina on Monday afternoon. The commitment ceremony, held at their hometown gym in Chicago, was witnessed by a sea of reporters, college scouts, and fans eager to see what would come next for two of the most unique athletes in basketball history.
The Robinson twins, aged 18 and highly regarded as generational talents due to their height, skill set, and agility, are set to redefine college basketball. The brothers had offers from every major basketball program in the nation, including Duke, Kansas, Kentucky, and UCLA. But in a surprise twist, they donned light blue caps and jerseys as they announced they will suit up for the UNC Tar Heels next season.
“There was never any other choice,” said Emmanuel Robinson. “We love Coach Hubert Davis’ system. North Carolina’s history, its legendary players, and the culture of family there is something we really connected with.”
Ezekiel added, “We want to leave a legacy at UNC. Our goal is to help them win championships and inspire the next generation of players.”
The twins’ decision capped months of intense recruiting and speculation. Standing at an unprecedented eight feet tall with wingspans measured at nearly 10 feet, Ezekiel and Emmanuel have been dubbed “the Twin Towers” of basketball. But what makes them truly special, according to scouts, is that their game matches their size. They can run the floor like guards, shoot from deep range, handle the ball with finesse, and protect the rim with effortless ease.
UNC head coach Hubert Davis, who was on hand at the ceremony, could hardly hide his excitement. “I cannot put into words what this means for our program,” he said. “Ezekiel and Emmanuel are one-of-a-kind athletes, but they’re also incredible people who want to grow as teammates and leaders. They chose Carolina not just for basketball but because they believe in our mission and our family. That’s what makes them special.”
Experts across the basketball world have already begun predicting that the Robinson twins will dramatically alter the landscape of college basketball — and perhaps even the sport itself. ESPN analyst Jay Bilas called their commitment “a seismic shift in the college basketball recruiting world.”
Bilas explained, “You rarely see players of their size who possess such athleticism, skill, and basketball IQ. The fact that they’re twins only adds to the intrigue. What UNC is getting is not just a pair of elite talents, but two players who already know each other inside and out on the court.”
Social media exploded after the Robinsons posted their commitment photos alongside family and friends. Fans flooded Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) with messages like, “The Tar Heels just won the lottery,” and “Can’t wait to see these two dominate in the Dean Dome!”
Both Ezekiel and Emmanuel emphasized that their decision to attend UNC was about more than basketball. They spoke warmly of Chapel Hill, the academic opportunities at UNC, and their desire to make an impact off the court as well.
“We believe in giving back,” Emmanuel explained. “When we visited UNC, we could see ourselves involved with the community — working with kids, participating in charity events, and setting an example.”
With these twin giants now officially part of North Carolina’s future, the sky is truly the limit for the program. Recruiting insiders say the commitment will also help UNC attract other top-tier prospects, and many college basketball observers are already eyeing the Tar Heels as favorites to make deep tournament runs for the next several years.
As the Robinson twins prepare to step on campus this summer and begin their workouts, one thing is clear: the basketball world will be watching closely. Their decision to commit to UNC doesn’t just signal the next chapter for North Carolina basketball — it may also herald a new era for the sport as a whole.