“Shawn Phillips, Jr. Sparks Transfer Drama: Could UC Be the Big Man’s Next Power Move?”

In the ever-evolving landscape of college basketball, talent is the name of the game, and it seems Shawn Phillips, Jr. is ready to make his next move. The 7-foot center, previously making waves at Arizona State, has recently trimmed his options down to a competitive quintet — Kansas, Villanova, Memphis, Missouri, and Cincinnati. This brings a buzz of excitement, not just for Phillips himself but also for the schools eager to bolster their rosters. With his solid frame at 245 pounds and a background that spans institutions like LSU and ASU, this Dayton, Ohio native is no stranger to the court. Last season, he showcased his skills by posting an average of 5.4 points and 5.2 rebounds, all while boasting an impressive shooting percentage of 57.3% over roughly 18 minutes of play per game. Cincinnati, in particular, is in the market for some serious muscle in the post, having a relatively thin lineup in the power forward and center positions. With Tyler McKinley working his way back from an ACL injury, the Bearcats could greatly benefit from Phillips’ experience and presence. It’s a pivotal time for all involved, and the stakes couldn’t be higher! Curious to see where he’ll land? <a href="https://images.rivals.com/image/upload/fauto,qauto,theadlineprimary/cpnf9ubnuz5odrhilrtm”>LEARN MORE.

Last season, he averaged 5.4 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.1 blocks, while also shooting 57.3% from the field (17.9 minutes a game). Today, it was reported that Arizona State transfer center Shawn Phillips, Jr. narrowed his list down to five. His Top 5 included: Kansas, Villanova, Memphis, Missouri and Cincinnati. The 7 foot, 245 pound, Dayton, Ohio native spent the past two seasons at Arizona State, after being at LSU for his freshman season. Phillips is a guy who provides a post presence and three years of experience.Cincinnati is very thin at the power forward and center position right now. They only have Tyler McKinley (coming off an ACL injury) and Halvine Dzellat in the post currently.