Alabama Forward Derrion Reid Enters NCAA Transfer Portal
Alabama forward Derrion Reid has entered the NCAA transfer portal. This news changes the college basketball scene. On3 reports Reid took this step after a solid freshman season with the Crimson Tide.
Reid stands 6 feet 8 inches tall. He played 24 games and started in three. He averaged 6.0 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 0.7 assists per game. Reid reached double-digit scoring in six games. In four other games, he scored nine points.
A nagging hamstring injury slowed Reid down. The injury kept him out during key stretches in January and February. He returned in time for Alabama’s SEC Tournament and March Madness.
Expectations are high for Reid. On3 ranked him the No. 16 overall player. They also named him the No. 6 small forward in the 2024 recruiting class. Before Alabama, Reid earned offers from programs like Tennessee, Auburn, Florida, and Kansas.
Alabama head coach Nate Oats praised Reid. Oats said Reid is one of the best in size and athletic defense. He noted Reid’s high basketball IQ and skills that may lead him to a professional career. “Derrion’s one of our best positional size, athletic defenders… I think he’s going to be a pro,” Oats said.
Reid joins many players in the NCAA transfer portal. Over 1,250 men have entered as this season ends. The number may climb as teams adjust their rosters.
Fans can follow transfer news on On3. Their Transfer Portal resources are active on Instagram and Twitter.
Reid’s move is a clear sign of change in college basketball. Fans and teams will watch his next steps closely.
