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Updated · Eleven Warriors · Apr 10Ohio State Bolsters Backcourt with Transfer of Justin Pippen from Cal
39 articles · Updated · Eleven Warriors · Apr 10
- Ohio State has secured its first transfer portal commitment with the addition of guard Justin Pippen from California.
- Pippen, son of NBA legend Scottie Pippen, averaged 14.2 points, 4.6 assists, and 3.9 rebounds last season at Cal after transferring from Michigan.
- Expected to play a major role in Ohio State’s backcourt, Pippen brings playmaking and defensive skills to a roster undergoing significant changes.
How will Justin Pippen's transfer to Ohio State intensify the rivalry with his former team, Michigan? Can Iowa's coaching staff turn Butler transfer Finley Bizjack into their next elite scorer? Can reigning champion Michigan's new transfers help them avoid a championship hangover next season? After losing its star backcourt to the portal, how can the California Golden Bears possibly rebuild? Which transfer portal star has the best shot at becoming a surprise 2026 NBA Draft pick? With a new coach and six players exiting, is the Butler basketball program facing a complete collapse?