The college basketball transfer portal is buzzing, and a major move is official. Former Texas Longhorns standout Jordan Lee is taking her talents to the SEC, committing to the South Carolina Gamecocks, according to a report by On3's Talia Goodman.
This is a significant pickup for head coach Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks, who are reloading after a national championship game appearance. Lee, a sharpshooting guard, brings immediate offensive firepower to Columbia. In her sophomore season at Texas, she was the team's second-leading scorer, averaging 13.2 points per game and draining a team-high 72 three-pointers at a 35% clip.
Her ability to stretch the floor will be a valuable asset for South Carolina's system. Staley, known for her celebratory social media announcements for new commits, appeared to confirm the news with a post on X Thursday evening, aligning perfectly with the timing of the initial report.
Lee's departure is part of a notable exodus from Texas, as she is one of four Longhorns to enter the portal this offseason. While her former teammate Aaliyah Crump has committed to Duke, others like Justice Carlton and Aaliyah Moore remain uncommitted as the portal window continues.
For South Carolina fans, this move signals that the program's championship aspirations remain sky-high. Adding a proven scorer like Lee demonstrates Staley's relentless drive to build a roster capable of returning to the sport's biggest stage.
