The transfer portal is heating up, and High Point is making a notable move. Former Wisconsin guard Ross Candelino is reportedly taking a visit to the Panthers' campus this week, according to reports from Sam Kayser.

Candelino, who began his collegiate career with the Badgers from 2022-24, is looking for a new home after re-entering the portal earlier this month. His time in Madison was limited, appearing in just five games, but he found his stride in a subsequent stint at Lipscomb. As a redshirt junior for the Bisons this past season, he blossomed into a key contributor, starting 13 games and averaging 11.2 points and 5.2 rebounds while shooting an impressive 43% from three-point range.

This potential connection carries an intriguing storyline. High Point, of course, famously upset Wisconsin in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament. The Panthers are now in a building phase, needing to replace top scorers like Rob Martin, who entered the portal. A seasoned, sharpshooting guard like Candelino could be a perfect fit for their system as they look to build on that historic tournament success.

Ranked as a three-star transfer and the No. 56 shooting guard in the portal by On3, Candelino represents a significant target. He isn't the only former Badger on High Point's radar, either; the program has also shown interest in dynamic guard Daniel Freitag. For Panthers fans, these pursuits signal an ambitious approach in the transfer market as the team reloads for another competitive season.