Penn State men’s basketball welcomed a new era as Micah Shrewberry delivered his first press conference as head coach. Just hours later, former Penn State guard Jamari Wheeler announced he will play basketball at Ohio State next season.
Wheeler announced he would enter the transfer portal two weeks ago. He originally committed to Jim Ferry at Duquesne and followed him to Penn State when Ferry took an assistant role under Pat Chambers. With both coaches now out of the picture in State College, Wheeler’s transfer shouldn’t come to a surprise.
What is, however, is Wheeler’s commitment to a conference rival like Ohio State. An All-Big Ten defensive player, Wheeler brings length and size to Columbus to help compete for a national championship.
chasing dreams, reaching for the stars!! 🔴⚪️🌰🏀 #GoBuckeyes pic.twitter.com/w2DqUs3BbN
— Jamari Wheeler (@Jamariwheeler5) March 31, 2021
Shrewsberry has his work cut out for him before the season even starts. John Harrar, Myreon Jones and Seth Lundy also announced they will be leaving the program. Fortunately for the Nittany Lions, Izaiah Brockington who entered the transfer portal as well, will return to Happy Valley.
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Micah Shrewsberry knows he can always call Brad Stevens or Matt Painter for some advice