Hoosiers Land Big Man Langdon Hatton from Bellarmine
The Indiana Hoosiers have secured a significant transfer in Langdon Hatton, a 6-foot-10, 240-pound big man from Bellarmine University. Hatton, a Georgetown, Indiana native, announced the news on his social media accounts, confirming his decision to join the Hoosiers for his final season of college basketball.
Hoosiers Land Big Man Langdon Hatton from Bellarmine
Hatton’s Impressive Resume
In his junior year at Bellarmine, Hatton started all 31 games, averaging 10.5 points and 7.1 rebounds in 27.8 minutes per contest. He shot an impressive 48 percent from the field, including 33.3 percent from three-point range. The big man also added 24 blocks on the season, showcasing his defensive prowess.
Hatton’s Impressive Resume
A Nationally Recognized Talent
Hatton’s impressive stats didn’t go unnoticed, as he ranked nationally in several analytical categories. His 2023-24 turnover rate was an impressive 10.4%, good for No. 187 nationally. He also ranked in the top-500 in defensive rebounding percentage (19.5%, No. 252), block rate (3.2%, No. 355), fouls called against per 40 minutes (2.3, No. 444), and offensive rebounding percentage (7.6%, No. 463).
A Nationally Recognized Talent
What Hatton Brings to IU
With Hatton joining the Hoosiers, Indiana now has 12 scholarship players on their 2024-25 roster. Hatton will provide much-needed depth at the four and five spots, joining Oumar Ballo, Malik Reneau, and Mackenzie Mgbako in those roles. His addition will undoubtedly strengthen the Hoosiers’ frontcourt.
What Hatton Brings to IU
A Highly Sought-After Transfer
Hatton had received interest from other high-major programs, including Ohio State, Louisville, Clemson, and Minnesota. However, he ultimately chose Indiana, where he’ll look to make an immediate impact in his final season of college basketball.
A Highly Sought-After Transfer
