Lincoln Memorial transfer forward Elyjah Freeman commits to Auburn

Lincoln Memorial University standout forward Elyjah Freeman is takings his talents to the next level, committing to Auburn via the NCAA Transfer Portal, On3’s Joe Tipton has learned. He averaged 18.8 points and 9.2 rebounds this past season. 

Freeman is a four-star recruit in On3’s Transfer Portal Rankings, the No. 83 overall player at the moment. He’s certainly a solid addition to an Auburn team looking to get back to the Final Four in 2026.

He visited the Tigers earlier in April, and it was evident an impression was made: “It was definitely amazing,” Freeman told Auburn Live. “The coaching staff is great, the relationships they built are great, everyone. BP’s loyalty and what he brings to Auburn is amazing. It was great.

“Sitting down with the coaches and converse with them like humans, like family, and chopping it up with some of the players that is something you can’t write down. Coaches, players, they treat you like family when you show up. They build on the same thing. Culture, relationships, the fun you have on and off the court, then turning you into a pro at the end of the day.”

Now, the reigning South Atlantic Conference Freshman of the Year will be hoping to continue his ascension at Auburn. Under Bruce Pearl’s guidance, there’s no telling how high his ceiling is moving forward.

“It’s crazy. It really hasn’t clicked as much. I was under-recruited, so being able to go from where I’m at now and being able to visit here is crazy,” Freeman added. “That’s where they were at last week. It’s crazy to think about. It’s still coming together in my mind.”

“… The fit will be there. Being able to play different guard or wing positions, help them score and play fast, they think I can help them build on the culture and how they run things. It’s all a pretty good thing.”

Elyjah Freeman seems like he could be a major player at Auburn, and he didn’t take his decision lightly. He was a highly sought-after prospect in the portal, and the Tigers won out in the end.

To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire. The On3 Transfer Portal Instagram account and Twitter account are excellent resources to stay up to date with the latest moves.