Rutgers Secures NEC Player of the Year Darin Smith from Transfer Portal
Rutgers lands NEC Player of the Year Darin Smith in transfer portal
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Rutgers University has successfully recruited Darin Smith Jr., the Northeast Conference Player of the Year from Central Connecticut State University. Smith, who averaged 20.7 points and 5.4 rebounds last season, visited Rutgers and quickly committed, adding to the team's roster as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- 01Darin Smith Jr. averaged 20.7 points and 5.4 rebounds last season.
- 02He is a 40.6% three-point shooter over two years.
- 03Smith was instrumental in Central Connecticut's upset victory over Rutgers.
- 04This marks Rutgers' second acquisition of an NEC Player of the Year in three years.
- 05The team has six scholarship slots remaining for the upcoming season.
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Rutgers University has announced the addition of Darin Smith Jr., the Northeast Conference (NEC) Player of the Year from Central Connecticut State University, who has transferred to the Scarlet Knights. Smith made his decision to join Rutgers shortly after visiting the campus. Last season, he averaged 20.7 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, showcasing his scoring ability with a shooting percentage of 37.6% from beyond the arc and 89.8% from the free-throw line. Notably, Smith was a key player in Central Connecticut's upset win over Rutgers, scoring 21 points in that game. This recruitment marks the second time in three years that Rutgers has secured an NEC Player of the Year, following Jordan Derkack's transfer from Merrimack in the 2023-24 season. With Smith's addition, Rutgers has nine scholarships allocated for the upcoming season, leaving six slots still open as head coach Steve Pikiell works to finalize the roster.
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Smith's addition strengthens Rutgers' basketball program as they aim for a successful season.
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