Following an impressive double-double performance at Arizona last season, Oumar Ballo has confirmed his decision to transfer to Indiana.
“Hoosier Nation, c’est parti,” the native of Mali wrote on social media, using the French phrase for “let’s go.”
Standing tall at 7 feet, Ballo received accolades as a member of the All-Pac-12 first team and all-defensive team after showcasing his skills with 12.9 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks in 36 games as a starter for the Wildcats.
Having transferred from Gonzaga to Arizona before the 2021-22 season, Ballo has maintained solid averages of 11.2 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game across 108 appearances, with 71 starts.
Damian Dunn moves from Houston to Pitt to cap off his collegiate career
Dunn, who previously played 72 games for Temple before his stint at Houston, contributed 6.4 points and 2.3 rebounds per game in 37 contests, predominantly as a bench player.
With career averages of 11.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists over 109 appearances, 62 of which he started, Dunn brings experience and versatility to the Pitt squad.
Merrimack standout Jordan Derkack set to join the Rutgers roster
Impressively, Derkack recorded 17.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 2.1 steals per game while starting all 32 games during his sophomore season in 2023-24.
Throughout his career, the New Jersey native boasts averages of 12.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 2.1 steals per game.
Former Oklahoma F John Hugley IV is taking his talents to Xavier
Hugley showcased his skills with 8.4 points and 3.8 rebounds per game in 24 appearances last season, with just one start. His journey began at Pitt, where he averaged 12.2 points and 6.6 rebounds over 47 games, 38 of which he started, before heading to Norman.
Despite being a senior, Hugley has two years of eligibility remaining, as reported by the Cincinnati Enquirer. His brief 2022-23 season saw limited action at Pitt due to mental health challenges and a preseason injury.
Colorado G J’Vonne Hadley to join the Cardinals
Hadley’s impressive performance included starting in all 36 games during his second year at Colorado, where he averaged 11.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.2 steals per game. His cumulative stats over one season at Northeastern and two at Colorado tally 8.5 points and 5.1 rebounds per game.
Arrinten Page is transferring from Southern California to Cincinnati
Page, who appeared in 27 games as a freshman in Los Angeles, started four times and averaged 3.1 points along with 2.1 rebounds.
Having initially committed to USC over Cincinnati, Indiana, and Miami, Page’s decision to transfer was influenced by the coaching change at USC, with Eric Musselman stepping in for Andy Enfield.
Villanova G TJ Bamba entered the transfer portal
Bamba, a sought-after transfer last year following his standout season at Washington State, showcased his skills with 15.8 points and 3.7 rebounds per game in 2022-23, shooting 37.2 percent from beyond the arc.
During his tenure at Villanova, Bamba contributed 10.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and a career-best 1.8 assists while shooting 36.9 percent from long range over 33 games. With 119 appearances in four seasons, he boasts career averages of 9.8 points and 3.2 rebounds.
