7-Foot-2 Center Anton Bonke Picks Michigan State in Major Transfer Portal Move
Summary
Michigan State University’s basketball team has added Anton Bonke, a 7-foot-2 center, as a transfer from Charlotte. Bonke is expected to strengthen the team's frontcourt after Michigan State lost key players in that area.Key Facts
- Anton Bonke transferred from Charlotte to Michigan State for the next basketball season.
- He is 7 feet 2 inches tall and weighs about 270 pounds.
- Bonke previously played at Providence but had limited playing time.
- At Charlotte, he averaged 10.6 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game.
- Bonke started 32 of 34 games and shot 57.6% from the field.
- Michigan State lost their top rebounders, creating a need for a strong center.
- Coach Tom Izzo has usually not used many transfers but made an exception for Bonke to fill specific gaps.
- Other major programs like Kansas and NC State were interested in Bonke before he chose Michigan State.
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