Not even 24 hours after the Razorbacks’ season ended with an 80-66 loss to South Carolina, two Hogs have announced their intentions to enter the transfer portal.
Two years after being a part of the highest-rated recruiting class in Arkansas basketball history, sophomore Joseph Pinion will leave Fayetteville per Nick Wenger on X.
Pinion was a four-star prospect out of Morrilton, Ark. according to 247Sports. He signed in the same class as now NBA stars Nick Smith Jr., Anthony Black, and Jordan Walsh but was the only player to stay in Fayetteville after the 2022-23 season.
He was known for his shooting abilities at Arkansas. Unfortunately, he had a hard time getting on the court as he struggled with man defense, a coach Eric Musselman a staple. Pinion finished his career at Arkansas with a 34.6 shooting percentage and made 23/25 from the Charity Stripe.
The other Razorback to make his intentions known is Denijay Harris. Harris transferred to Arkansas from Southern Mississippi for the 2023-24 season after having a breakout year.
However, his time with the Hogs wasn’t as fruitful. Harris recorded just 49 minutes in 11 games played for 7 points on 4 attempts.
This is just the first of many expected to leave the program as Musselman tends to start completely over after every season. The transfer portal will officially open on Monday for basketball.
Pinion will have 2 years of eligibility left. Harris, on the other hand, is a fifth-year senior. He will likely apply for waiver to continue playing.
Former Arkansas Razorback, @josephpinion2 tells me he is entering the transfer portal.
In games Pinion played seven or more minutes: he shot 55% from the field, 53% from three and was a 94% free throw shooter. pic.twitter.com/EpuwzGiqYr
— Nick Wenger (@nickwenger5) March 15, 2024
Have confirmed Arkansas forward Denijay Harris plans to enter the portal.
He likely will need a waiver (maybe from his initial juco) for another year of eligibility.
Played just 2 games at SW Mississippi CC as a frosh. Redshirted at Southern Miss (knee) in ‘19-20. Has a case.
— Curtis Wilkerson (@CurtWilkerson_) March 16, 2024
