Former Kentucky commit signs to play for coach Isiah Thomas at Florida International

Associated Press

Last update: November 11, 2009 - 9:21 PM

MIAMI - Isiah Thomas' first recruiting class at Florida International already appears to be the best in school history.

Thomas got three players to sign letters of intent Wednesday, including 6-foot-8 forward Dominique Ferguson — who originally committed to Kentucky and was ranked among the nation's top 50 prospects by multiple recruiting services.

Thomas called it "a special day."

DeJuan Wright, a 6-foot-4 guard who will transfer in from Gillette (Wyo.) Junior College, also signed. So did 6-foot-3 guard Richaud Pack of Birmingham, Mich.

Wright committed to FIU on the day Thomas was hired.

All three players will be eligible next season for FIU.

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