The 6’2” guard from Michigan has attracted the interest of a slew of Division I programs. St. John’s is one of the leading programs as he explores his options for the 2025-2026 season. As a player with a proven track record in the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA), Jason Drake’s decision will be closely watched by fans.
Here’s a closer look at Drake’s journey, his on-court contributions, and the implications of his potential move, more importantly for St. John’s program seeking to strengthen its backcourt.
The Transfer Portal Frenzy and Drake’s Options
Yesterday, the Portal Report made it known via X that Drake had received interest from a diverse Division I programs, including St. John’s, St. Joseph’s, Temple, Pittsburgh, Youngstown State, UCF, Duquesne, Dayton, New Mexico State, Indiana State, UC Santa Barbara, South Florida, and Western Kentucky. This list encompasses power conferences like the Big East and ACC, the Missouri Valley, mid-majors like the A-10, and regional rivals.
Drexel G Jason Drake has received interest from the following programs, he tells TPR:
St. John’s
Pitt
St. Joe’s
Temple
UCF
Duquesne
Indiana State
Dayton
Youngstown State
New Mexico State
UCSB
South Florida
Western Kentucky pic.twitter.com/lPrWGvI2r1— The Portal Report (@ThePortalReport) April 17, 2025
For Drake, the portal stands as an opportunity to take his career to the next level and potentially find his way to a program with greater visibility or one that better suits his skills. Many factors will determine his decision.
St. John’s is projected as the potential landing spot for Drake; the team led by Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino will be an intriguing destination. The Red Storm are coming off a 2024-2025 season where they displayed promise but still lack consistency, finishing 15-17 and missing the NCAA Tournament. Pitino could see Drake as a piece to rebuild the backcourt, more importantly, with a roster change expected. St. John’s has been active in the portal; they recently landed players like Kadary Richmond and Deivon Smith, which showcases the team’s approach to roster building.
Why St. John’s Makes Sense for Drake
St. John’s interest in Drake matches their need for backcourt depth and flexibility. The Red Storm’s last season exposed weaknesses in guard play, more importantly, in creating consistent offense. Drake’s potential to score off the dribble, facilitate for teammates, and defend multiple positions could, in a way, address those gaps.
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As Jason Drake navigates the transfer portal, his decision will echo around college basketball. St. John’s, with its storied history and ambitious coach, stands as a high-upside option. Still, the allure of other programs, each with its vision for Drake’s talents, makes Drake’s movement a must-follow for fans.
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