Daimion Collins Transfers to LSU as Ex-Kentucky Big Man, Former McDonald's All-American Stays in SEC
Daimion Collins, former Kentucky big man and McDonald's All-American, has announced his commitment to LSU. Collins will add size and athleticism to the LSU frontcourt, and he could be a key contributor for the Tigers in the years to come. Collins' decision to transfer to LSU is a big win for coach Will Wade and the LSU program.
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Former Kentucky forward Daimion Collins has announced his commitment to LSU, he tells On3 Sports. Collins, a 6-foot-10, 240-pound forward, was a McDonald's All-American and a five-star recruit out of high school. He played two seasons at Kentucky, averaging 2.9 points and 2.0 rebounds per game.
Collins is the latest high-profile transfer to commit to LSU. The Tigers also added former Tennessee guard Kennedy Chandler and former USC guard Boogie Ellis in the offseason. With Collins in the fold, LSU is expected to be a contender in the SEC and a potential NCAA Tournament team.
Collins is a skilled big man with a high basketball IQ. He is a good passer and rebounder, and he has the potential to be a stretch-four at the next level. He will add size and athleticism to the LSU frontcourt, and he could be a key contributor for the Tigers in the years to come.
Collins' decision to transfer to LSU is a big win for coach Will Wade. Wade has been rebuilding the LSU program since he was hired in 2017, and he has now landed three high-profile transfers in the offseason. With Collins, Chandler, and Ellis in the fold, LSU is expected to be a much-improved team in 2023-24.
Collins' decision to stay in the SEC is also a big win for the conference. The SEC is one of the top basketball conferences in the country, and it is only getting better. With Collins, Chandler, Ellis, and other top players in the conference, the SEC is expected to be one of the most competitive conferences in the country in the years to come.
