Jerry Deng has entered the transfer portal for the second time. The Sophomore forward started his career at Hampton and transferred to Florida State last off-season. The 21-year-old recorded an average of seven points per game, 1.9 rebound, 0.5 assists per game, and shot 37% from three-point range this season.
Many teams are already lining up to land the 21-year-old, and below are the top 5 spots where the forward could end up.
Top 5 Landing Spots for Jerry Deng
The forward started 11 out of 33 games for Florida State and shot 43.4% from the field. The Georgia-born forward attended Norcross High and led the team to the 7A state championship game.
Deng’s highlights at Norcross High also include hitting a remarkable five threes in a game against Mount Vernon. Deng eventually picked Hampton after receiving offers from several teams, including Akron, East Carolina, Georgia State, Mercer, DePaul, and Georgia.
NEWS: Florida State forward Jerry Deng will enter the transfer portal, he told @On3sports.
The 6-9 sophomore averaged 7.0 points in 15.4 minutes per game this season. https://t.co/ptI5hTsfRX pic.twitter.com/WFLdMPbthb
— Joe Tipton (@TiptonEdits) March 29, 2025
Florida State is entering a new era after replacing their head coach, Leonard Hamilton, with Luke Loucks. Loucks knows he has plenty of work to do to fill the shoes with one of the longest-serving coaches in the history of college basketball. His work just got considerably harder as Deng became the second Florida State player to enter the transfer portal.
North Carolina Tar Heels
North Carolina could be the ideal fit for Deng under the tutelage of head coach, Hubert Davis. North Carolina is renowned for its emphasis on positional basketball, and Deng could fit in with his ability to play both inside and out.
Baylor Bears
Baylor won the 2021 National Championship and is one of the most successful programs in recent years. This success could make the prospect of teaming up with the Bears an attractive option for the 21-year-old. Deng will also get the chance to play alongside talented guards like Keyonte George.
Oregon Ducks
Oregon has been a consistent program for the last few years, and head coach Dana Altman would fancy the prospect of linking up with the talented forward. Deng has the ability to stretch defenses with his three-point shooting, which would be a valuable asset for Oregon.
Michigan Wolverines
Deng would be a natural fit for Tom Izzo’s team with his physicality and rebounding ability. The 21-year-old will also have the opportunity to play with experienced guards and benefit from Michigan State’s reputation for developing young talent.
Gonzaga Bulldogs
Deng’s versatility would make him a valuable asset for Gonzaga. The Georgia-born forward would also be able to continue his development and become a key player for the team. Gonzaga would also offer Deng the opportunity to enhance his skills in a competitive environment.
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As Deng enters the transfer portal, these five programs could provide him with the ideal combination of competitiveness, coaching, and culture to take his game to the next level. However, there is speculation that he could end up at either North Carolina or Baylor.
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