Jameer Nelson Jr., who is the son of former NBA star Jameer Nelson was one of the best mid-major players in the entire country last season. He will now be playing at the power-five level after making a massive decision in the transfer portal.
Nelson Jr. thrived last season at Deleware, averaging 20.6 points per game along with 4.6 rebounds and 3.6 assists on the year.
According to ESPN’s Jeff Borzello, the first-team All-CAA selection will be playing for the TCU Horned Frogs next season after an extremely impressive junior season.
Delaware transfer Jameer Nelson Jr., one of the best guards in the portal, tells ESPN he's committed to TCU. First-team All-CAA selection averaged 20.6 points this season.
— Jeff Borzello (@jeffborzello) April 1, 2023
TCU impressed this season in a big way, making it into the NCAA Tournament and narrowly falling in the Round of 32 to Gonzaga.
Many took notice of this decision and believe that he can certainly help TCU as they look to reload and make another NCAA Tournament run next season.
Jameer Nelson Jr is off my board. TCU landed a “needle mover” Congrats @TCUBasketball your season will be fruitful. 🤝🏽 #TalkSoon pic.twitter.com/0EME9JhTGh
— Rashad Phillips (@RP3natural) April 1, 2023
Delaware guard Jameer Nelson Jr. has committed to Jamie Dixon and TCU, first by @JonRothstein.
A big time, two-way guard who averaged 20.6PPG, 4.6RPG and 3.6APG last season.
Enormous pickup for the Horned Frogs. One of the top players in the portal. pic.twitter.com/4eynjINdzs
— 24/7 High School Hoops (@247HSHoops) April 1, 2023
Jameer Nelson Jr is transferring to TCU 👀🚨 pic.twitter.com/7ckUnET9sI
— SLAM University (@slam_university) April 1, 2023
Jameer Nelson Jr, son of former NBA player Jameer Nelson, has committed to TCU!
One of the best players in the transfer portal. pic.twitter.com/JnXd3XZ9w7
— College Basketball Report (@CBKReport) April 1, 2023
💥 Jameer Nelson Jr. has committed to TCU. Huge pickup by @TCUBasketball.
✍️ He averaged 20.6PPG, 4.6RPG and 3.6APG last season.pic.twitter.com/hZj96h06si
— TheVaultNetwork (@VaultHighlights) April 1, 2023
Delaware transfer Jameer Nelson Jr. is heading to TCU, sources tell Fox Sports. Nelson has spent last 4 years at Delaware, where he was a stud for the Blue Hens averaging 20.6 PPG, 4.6 RPG and 3.6 APG on 45% FG. 6-1 guard who is extremely athletic. Nice get for Jamie Dixon.
— John Fanta (@John_Fanta) April 1, 2023
This is certainly a huge addition for TCU. Jameer Nelson Jr. is listed as the fourth-best player in the transfer portal according to 247 Sports.
He will have some big shoes to fill at the program. TCU senior Mike Miles Jr. revealed that he will declare for the upcoming 2023 NBA Draft after averaging 17.9 points per game this past season.
Nelson Jr. will get to play alongside senior guard Damion Baugh, who took his name out of NBA Draft consideration earlier this week.
The Big 12 is always extremely competitive and likely will be again next season. However, TCU has put themselves into the fold of contenders next year with this massive addition.
