UCF Gains Transfer Boost, Asemota Joins Knights

UCF Mens Basketball Secures Transfer Boost: Jason Asemota Joins Knights

UCF mens basketball has landed a significant transfer in Jason Asemota, a six-foot-eight junior from Boston College. Asemota brings rebounding prowess, lockdown defense, and versatile guard skills to the Knights roster for the 2022-23 season.

At Boston College, Asemota played in 21 games, averaging 3.1 points and 8 rebounds per game. He had a standout performance against SMU, scoring 10 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, and blocking 3 shots in just 19 minutes. He shot 41% from the field and 38% from beyond the arc.

Before his time at Boston College, Asemota played at Baylor, appearing in 24 games with a high of 8 points against Tarleton and 7 steals showcasing his quick hands on defense.

Asemota was a highly-rated high school recruit, ranked 29th overall by ESPN, 16th at his position, and 3rd in Arizona by 247 Sports. He averaged 15.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.2 steals per game.

This transfer addition strengthens UCFs frontcourt depth and sets the stage for a competitive season, giving Knights fans plenty to look forward to.

Support the show:
Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

Advertise on DNN:
[email protected]

This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to [email protected].

View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/8de454dd2109eafb