The transfer portal is the biggest asset in college sports right now. With hundreds of athletes entering the portal every season, the fortunes of a program can be impacted overnight. This summer was no exception, as some of the biggest names in college basketball departed for new schools. Here are five transfers to watch for in the 2023-24 season:
Hailey Van Lith (Louisville to LSU)
Likely the biggest name to enter the transfer portal this summer, Hailey Van Lith is joining the defending champs, who are returning most of their championship core. Alexis Morris was the biggest departure from the team, which left a big hole at point guard that the Lady Tigers needed to fill.
Enter Hailey Van Lith, who in three years at Louisville showcased why she is one of the best guards in the country and a first round pick in next year’s WNBA draft. Van Lith played most of last season off-ball, averaging almost 20 points per game. However, when it comes to Van Lith, her playmaking and perimeter defense are perhaps the least discussed aspects of her game.
Louisville wasn’t a great offensive team last year, but Van Lith still showcased the ability to create for teammates and generate paint touches, despite commanding all the defensive attention. At Louisville, she saw an unhealthy…
