After an injury-plagued senior season that limited him to just three appearances, UCF guard Jaylin Sellers has entered the transfer portal seeking a fresh start. The 6’4″ sharpshooter, who averaged 15.9 points and 3.6 rebounds during this season’s campaign, has narrowed his options to four schools.
Cincinnati, Georgetown, Illinois, and Providence have emerged as the finalists in the Sellers sweepstakes. Each program offers distinct advantages for the Columbus, Georgia native as he looks to maximize his final year of eligibility and showcase his three-level scoring ability on a bigger stage.
Breaking Down Sellers’ Options
Cincinnati Bearcats
The Cincinnati Bearcats present Sellers with the opportunity to remain in the Big 12, where he’s already familiar with the competition level. Under coach Wes Miller, who has shown direct interest by following Sellers on Instagram, the Bearcats are actively recruiting high-level transfers to bolster their NCAA Tournament chances.
Cincinnati’s need for backcourt scoring aligns perfectly with Sellers’ skill set. However, a deep guard rotation featuring Day Day Thomas and Simas Lukosius could mean minute competition, potentially forcing Sellers to fight for his role in one of college basketball’s toughest conferences.
UCF transfer guard Jaylin Sellers is down to four schools, source tells @On3sports:
Cincinnati, Georgetown, Illinois, Providence
The 6-4 senior appeared in only three games this season due to injury but averaged 15.9 PPG with UCF last season.https://t.co/5g2bGpe7Ah pic.twitter.com/T21S2AnuVs
— Joe Tipton (@TiptonEdits) March 30, 2025
Georgetown Hoyas
At Georgetown, Sellers could immediately step into a featured role as the Hoyas continue their rebuilding process under second-year coach Ed Cooley. The program desperately needs a strong scoring guard, positioning Sellers to become the centerpiece of their offensive attack.
Cooley’s proven track record developing guards at Providence with players like Bryce Hopkins bodes well for Sellers’ potential growth. Georgetown’s competitiveness is the primary concern, as it may still be a year or two away from earnestly contending in the Big East.
Illinois Fighting Illini
Illinois offers Sellers the chance to join an established NCAA Tournament team in the competitive Big Ten. They are expected to lose key guards to graduation or the NBA Draft, potentially opening up more opportunities for Sellers to carve out a significant role.
Brad Underwood’s system allows multiple guards to thrive, and Sellers’ scoring ability could be a valuable addition to the Fighting Illini’s backcourt.
The challenge at Illinois would be carving out a significant role among an already deep guard rotation. For a player looking to showcase his talents in his final collegiate season,n competing for minutes might be a concern despite the program’s championship potential.
Providence Friars
Providence and coach Kim English provide Sellers with perhaps the most balanced option. The Friars have been a consistent presence in the NCAA Tournament in recent years, and English’s player-friendly system emphasizes guard play, which could maximize Sellers’ three-level scoring ability.
However, English remains somewhat unproven at the high primary level, making this option slightly more unpredictable.
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Ultimately, Sellers’ decision will likely hinge on which factor he prioritizes most: staying in a familiar conference (Cincinnati), becoming a featured scorer (Georgetown), competing for championships (Illinois), or finding the perfect balance of opportunity and competition (Providence).
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