Tennessee Basketball Lands Transfer Gem Jalen Haralson

0:00On April 24, Tennessee basketball just landed their fifth transfer portal gym, Notre Dame freshman forward Jalen Haralson. Coach Rick Barnes is pumped about the 6-foot-7, 220-pounder's positional versatility on both ends of the court. Haralson brings three years of eligibility and slots right into the Vols Rebuild after Nate Emmett declared for the 2026 NBA draft. This move comes as Tennessee eyes replacements for their one-and-done stars from last season. Haralson, a top recruit from the class of 2025, was the number 18 high school player nationwide and the top guy out of Indiana. He left South Bend after just one year, joining a portal class that already includes guards from Belmont, Cal and VCU, plus a center from Loyola, Chicago. Barnes sees Haralson as a perfect fit, highlighting his aggressive drives, foul drawing ability, rebounding push and transition, solid handle, passing, smarts and pick and roll prowess.

1:00Fans are buzzing about how his high basketball IQ could elevate the team's pace and defense right away. In his freshman year, Haralson averaged 16.2 points, four rebounds and 2.6 assists, shooting over 50% from the floor. He focused inside mostly, rarely stepping out for threes, which aligns with Tennessee's gritty style. With Haralson locked in, the voles are stacking talent to chase another deep tournament run, blending fresh legs and experience for what's shaping up. To be a loader roster next season.