Princeton’s talented point guard, Xaivian Lee, has entered the transfer portal and is catching the eye of major college basketball programs nationwide.
After an impressive run with the Tigers, Lee is now exploring his options while testing the NBA draft waters. His scoring and playmaking skills have made him one of the hottest names in college basketball’s offseason transfer market.
Top schools are lining up for a chance to add Lee to their roster, hoping his experience and talent could be a game-changer for their program next season. As he considers his next move, college and professional paths remain open for the standout guard.
Xaivian Lee’s Recruitment: Kansas Visit and Competing Offers
Princeton star Lee is checking out Kansas on an official visit, adding another big name to his growing list of interested schools.
According to college basketball insider Jeff Goodman on April 10:
“Princeton transfer Lee will decide between St. John’s, Duke, and Florida.”
Princeton transfer Xaivian Lee will visit Kansas this weekend, source told @TheFieldOf68.
Lee is also considering St. John’s and Florida. https://t.co/Zmf96W4ZBT
— Jeff Goodman (@GoodmanHoops) April 12, 2025
The talented guard put up impressive numbers last season, averaging 16.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game while shooting 43.9% from the field.
Kansas is the newest team showing interest. They hope to add Lee to strengthen their backcourt next season. Coach Bill Self’s winning tradition at Kansas could be a significant selling point. St. John’s is also in the mix, with coach Rick Pitino discussing needing more guard talent.
Pitino’s history of developing players might appeal to Lee. Florida rounds out his top choices, with a possible advantage thanks to Lee’s connection to Gators forward Thomas Haugh, his former high school teammate. The Gators’ recent Final Four appearance certainly doesn’t hurt their case.
Xaivian Lee’s Impressive Pedigree
Lee has proven himself as one of college basketball’s most exciting guards at Princeton. The Toronto native has racked up back-to-back First-Team All-Ivy League honors while putting up impressive numbers.
This past season, Lee averaged 16.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game, showing he can do it all on the court. He led the Ivy League in assist-to-turnover ratio and made smart decisions with the ball. He made Princeton history by becoming the first player to record a triple-double.
In the transfer portal, Lee is looking at some significant basketball powerhouses. Kansas offers championship tradition under legendary coach Bill Self, while St. John’s gives him a chance to play for Rick Pitino in the bright lights of New York. Florida is fresh off a Final Four run and has his former high school teammate Thomas Haugh on the roster, which could be another factor in his decision.
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For Lee, his transition involves playing the highest level of college basketball to determine whether he can play it and, perhaps, achieve the breakout he wants for the NBA. His blend of scoring, playmaking, and managing abilities makes him a desirable player for any team, qualifying him as a valuable program.
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