The college basketball transfer portal has been closed for over two weeks, but there are still hundreds of talented players searching for a new home ahead of the 2024-25 season.
Among the many highly sought after players still available is Kevin Patton Jr. Patton is a 6’8 wing who had an excellent freshman season for Steve Lavin and the San Diego Toreros in 2023-24.
The Temecula native averaged 9.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.3 blocks across 26 minutes per game – making him among the most impactful freshman defenders in all of college basketball.
With three years of eligibility remaining, and coming off a season that highlighted his athleticism, defensive instincts, and developing offensive game – he shot a respectable 33.8% from three on 2.5 attempts – it’s no surprise the list of schools showing interest is exceptionally long.
Below is a look at five schools that make sense for Patton as a landing spot ahead of the upcoming season, including one that already hosted him on a visit: