Top IU Basketball Transfer Prospect: Duke Guard Darren Harris
Duke guard Darren Harris emerges as a significant prospect for Indiana University’s basketball team through the transfer portal. With strong connections to IU assistant coach Kenny Johnson, Harris has become a name to watch.
Darren Harris: Key Information
Originally from Herndon, Virginia, Harris stands at 6-foot-5 and weighs 195 pounds. He played high school basketball at St. Paul VI and turned heads during his time on the Nike EYBL circuit with Team Takeover.
College Basketball Career
- Sophomore Season (2025-26):
- Games Played: 36
- Points Per Game: 3.3
- Rebounds Per Game: 0.8
- Assists Per Game: 0.4
- Minutes Played: 9.6
- Shooting Percentage: 36.3% overall
- Three-Point Percentage: 33.3% on 69 attempts
- Free Throw Percentage: 76.9%
- Freshman Season (2024-25):
- Games Played: Not specified
- Points Per Game: 2.0
- Minutes Played: 6.0
- Three-Point Percentage: 22.7%
- Free Throw Percentage: 50%
Throughout his collegiate journey, Harris’s strength has been shooting from beyond the arc. Approximately 68.9% of his shot attempts were three-pointers. His shooting performance improved notably from his freshman to sophomore year, both from three-point range and at the free-throw line.
High School Achievement
Before his college career, Harris was recognized as a four-star recruit by 247Sports and ESPN. He ranked No. 45 according to ESPN and No. 56 by 247Sports. His standout performance in high school earned him the title of 2023-24 Gatorade Virginia Player of the Year, where he averaged 17.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 1.9 steals per game.
Future Prospects
Darren Harris has two years of eligibility remaining. The NCAA transfer portal officially opens its window on April 7, offering opportunities for teams to recruit players like Harris.
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