Transfer Portal Madness: How Illinois and UNC are Building their Rosters

The transfer portal has changed the college basketball landscape, and teams like Illinois and UNC are taking full advantage. With the ability to add experienced players to their rosters, these teams are building for success in the upcoming season.

Illinois Looks to Add Depth with Mike Sharavjamts

The Illinois basketball team has been busy in the transfer portal, adding five newcomers to their roster. But they’re not done yet. Mike Sharavjamts, a 6-foot-8 guard from San Francisco, is considering the Illini as one of his final three options. Sharavjamts averaged 7.7 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game last season, and his ability to handle the ball and shoot from beyond the arc makes him an attractive addition to the Illinois roster.

Illinois is looking to add depth to their roster

Lu’Cye Patterson Joins the Golden Gophers

Meanwhile, the University of Minnesota has added Lu’Cye Patterson, a Minneapolis native, to their roster. Patterson, a 6-foot-2 guard, averaged 14.6 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game last season at Charlotte. His high basketball IQ and physicality make him a great addition to the Golden Gophers.

Lu’Cye Patterson is a great addition to the Golden Gophers

UNC Basketball Pursues Ven-Allen Lubin

The UNC basketball team is still looking to add a big man to their roster, and Ven-Allen Lubin might be their best bet. Lubin, a 6-foot-8 forward from Vanderbilt, averaged 12.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game last season. His intelligence and physicality make him a great fit for the Tar Heels.

Ven-Allen Lubin could be the big man UNC needs

In the ever-changing landscape of college basketball, teams like Illinois and UNC are adapting and thriving. With the transfer portal, they’re able to add experienced players to their rosters and build for success in the upcoming season.