Everyone has to agree on the final tally.
Not quite everyone, but near enough.
On Wednesday, the early-signing period for all NCAA Division I sports (other than football) will begin.
Individual announcements will likely take center stage on the first day, with signing classes to be made on subsequent days.
As soon as a student-athlete signs his or her scholarship papers, the recruiting process is done.
Athletes will sign in a variety of sports, from baseball to volleyball, but basketball is where the bulk of the top classes are being established.