Transfer Shocker: Jahvon Quinerly Is the Newest Tiger

Memphis Tigers' Coach Penny Hardaway Bagged Alabama's Star Player Jahvon Quinerly

Jahvon Quinerly stats made him the freshest face in a college basketball team that’s seen loads of new names recently. This 6-1 point guard started at Villanova, played four seasons with Alabama, and even said he’d be back with the Crimson Tide in June. But this Jersey boy shook things up and changed his mind.

Just last week, Quinerly visited the Tigers’ camp and now, he’s one of at least eight new transfers Memphis is set to bring in. Notably, he and Caleb Mills (from Florida State) are top transfers from big schools.

Memphis’ Revamped Roster

Quinerly isn’t the only big name to join the Tigers this NCAAB season. There’s Jordan Brown (from Louisiana), who’s had a taste of the Pac-12 (at Arizona). David Jones (St. John’s, DePaul), a small forward, brings loads of Big East experience.

Also, Quinerly and Brown have a common past. They both made a splash as McDonald’s All-Americans in 2018. Brown scored 26 points and took 8 rebounds, while Quinerly assisted four times and scored thrice.

There’s also a trio of freshmen already on campus. Another one, Mikey Williams, is yet to arrive, and his arrival depends on some legal tussles getting sorted out.

Quinerly’s Role in Memphis

Quinerly’s addition couldn’t have come at a better time for Memphis. With Kendric Davis and Alex Lomax ending their playtime after in March Madness, Memphis has been hunting for a strong point guard. They did bring in Jayhlon Young from UCF in May, but Quinerly brings unmatched experience to the position.

Known for his exceptional NCAAB game in Jersey City’s Hudson Catholic, Jahvon Quinerly stats put him had a in a great position last 2020-21 season. He claimed the SEC Tournament Most Outstanding Player title with an average of 15.7 points and 3.0 assists per game. He also showcased his skill from the 3-point line, hitting 46.2% of his shots.

However, an ACL injury in the NCAA Tournament put a damper on his game in 2022-23. But once back on the court, he stayed strong, even with limited starts. He became Alabama’s first-ever SEC Sixth Man of the Year.

Scholarships Remaining

With Quinerly on board, there’s at least one scholarship left in Memphis. If Williams doesn’t make it, a second one opens up. Ex-Tiger DeAndre Williams is also eying a comeback. If NCAA grants him another college baskteball season, he’ll grab one of the remaining scholarships.

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