Cade Tyson, who spent just one season in North Carolina, has entered the transfer portal following a disappointing year. The former Belmont standout, known for his sharp 3-point shooting, struggled to find his rhythm with the Tar Heels, hitting only 14 of 48 attempts from beyond the arc for a 29.2% shooting clip.
Tyson averaged 2.6 points per game and had an impressive sophomore season at Belmont, posting 16.2 PPG and a remarkable 46.5% from 3-point range. Despite his UNC struggles, Tyson remains a high-upside transfer option for teams needing perimeter scoring. He joins three other Tar Heels entering the portal, including Elliot Cadeau, who committed to Michigan, and Jalen Washington, heading to Vanderbilt.
Cade Tyson’s Transfer Portal Move: Top Landing Spots for the UNC Sharpshooter
After a challenging year at North Carolina, Tyson has entered the transfer portal, looking to rebuild his career. Tyson, a former Belmont standout, was known for his sharpshooting but struggled at UNC, posting 2.6 points per game on just 29.2% shooting from three. Here are five potential landing spots for UNC standouts:
1. Belmont Bruins
Playing at Belmont could give Tyson his best opportunities for success. The Bruins’ system enabled him to claim awards such as All-Conference and Rookie of the Year during the 2022-23 season. Tyson’s basketball skill set would perfectly match Belmont’s offensive approach because he excelled in their system by taking numerous three-pointers, 12 attempts per game versus 2.3 at UNC.
2. Gonzaga Bulldogs
Gonzaga, in need of perimeter depth after losing key guards, presents a promising fit for Tyson. The Bulldogs’ motion-heavy offense, which ranked 35th nationally in 3-point attempts, could benefit from his catch-and-shoot ability, making him a low-risk, high-reward option for their offense.
3. Creighton Bluejays
With the departure of Baylor Scheierman, Creighton has a gap to fill in their shooting lineup. With his 128 career 3-pointers at Belmont, Tyson aligns well with their system, which values efficient shooting (38.1% team 3-point shooting). A more specialized role could help Tyson regain his confidence.
4. Kansas Jayhawks
Kansas is always in the hunt for talented shooters, and Tyson’s ability to stretch the floor with his 46.5% shooting could be an excellent fit for their inside-out style of play. With the potential departure of key players, Tyson’s perimeter skills would help bolster their offense.
5. Texas Longhorns
Texas will find many advantages by having Tyson on their roster as they move into the SEC conference.
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Belmont’s shooting guard Tyson Jackson presents substantial value to their roster with his 5.9 rebound averages and 44.1% career three-point accuracy despite his size since several players have already left.
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