Texas A&M lands former All-MAC first team SG from the transfer portal
Texas A&M lands former All-MAC first team SG from the transfer portal
New Texas A&M basketball head coach Bucky McMillan is starting to fill his roster, earning a commitment from his seventh transfer on Sunday night. The former All-American JUCO player and NC State guard, Marcus Hill, will be joining a host of talented transfers in Bryan-College Station.
Hill, a 4x MAC Player of the Week and All-MAC first-team selection during the 2023-24 season at Bowling Green, showcased exceptional scoring prowess, averaging 20.5 points per game. After transferring to NC last season, his production dipped but his shooting efficiency improved significantly. At NC, he posted an average of 11.5 points, and 3.9 rebounds, with shooting percentages of 45% from the field, 20% from 3-point range, and 75% from the free-throw line.
With a proven track record of scoring ability, Hill is a strong contender to become one of the first options off the bench, with the potential to earn starting roles. The Rockford, Illinois native excels at attacking the basket, making him a strategic asset in systems heavily reliant on three-point shooting. He thrives on exploiting defenses as they shift focus to protect the perimeter.
Coach McMillan has made waves by out-recruiting NC State's Will Wade and Ole Miss's Chris Beard, easing concerns among Aggie fans about securing top-tier talent. Hill's commitment underscores coach Bucky's ability to attract solid recruits even within a condensed timeline, showcasing his recruiting prowess.
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