Dan Hurley, UConn Poach Former 5-Star From Duke in Transfer Portal
Summary
Nikolas Khamenia, a former top-15 basketball player, is transferring from Duke to the University of Connecticut (UConn). UConn's coach, Dan Hurley, welcomed Khamenia, who is expected to help fill a key position on the team for the next season.Key Facts
- Nikolas Khamenia played for Duke last season, averaging 5.7 points and 3.3 rebounds mostly coming off the bench.
- During the ACC Tournament, Khamenia increased his average to 10.7 points per game.
- Khamenia is 6 feet 8 inches tall and plays as a stretch forward, a player who can shoot from far away and also play near the basket.
- He will help replace Alex Karaban, an important player who previously played for UConn.
- Coach Dan Hurley of UConn was seen dining with Khamenia before the transfer became official.
- UConn already has players Silas Demary Jr. and Jayden Ross returning next season, with Braylon Mullins and Solo Ball decisions still pending.
- Only a few players, including Jaylin Stewart, Eric Reibe, and Jacob Furphy, have left UConn for other teams recently.
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