Jamille Reynolds says Temple and South Carolina are his final 2

On April 15, when UCF sophomore Jamille Reynolds entered the transfer portal, there was not much fanfare or hoopla surrounding him. Reynolds averaged a modest 3.4 points and 2.0 rebounds per game.

The 6-foot-10, 235-pound center, however, did stir up some talk. And the programs that did their homework are currently getting campus visits.

Reynolds announced his top two schools five days ago, Temple and South Carolina. On3 caught up with Reynolds to talk about both programs and his visit dates.

“My visit with Temple started today, and it ends Thursday. I haven’t scheduled one with South Carolina yet, but it should be right after I get back from Temple.”

Reynolds talks recruiting

Temple: “They stood out to me because they wasted no time contacting me after I hit the portal. They have been consistent with checking on my mother and me throughout the process. Even the head coach has been involved.”

South Carolina: “They recently got a new staff, and I was the first big they contacted. Some people I know from back home told me the coaches are great, and they were going to take care of me because they used to play for them.”

Reynolds background

Reynolds graduated from St. Petersburg (FL) Lakewood High. Coming out of high school, he claimed offers from Arkansas, Oklahoma State, Miami, South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Kansas State, etc.

Reynolds has been at the University of Central Florida for two years. He has played in 45 games with 13 starts. The center has averaged 4.1 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 0.4 blocks on 48.9-percent shooting in 11.0 minutes per game.

On3’s take

Jamille Reynolds is a big, strong, and powerful post player. He posted solid numbers when he was on the floor; however, staying on the floor will be significant. Reynolds entered Central Florida at 285-pounds. He played last season at 230-pounds. The 6-foot-10 post averages 5.4 fouls per-40 minutes. He also averages 14.9 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per-40. There is much talent there, and a change of scenery may be exactly what brings it out. If he can find consistency with the off-court work, the player they call “Baby Shaq” could surprise people at his next stop.