5 transfer options for Michigan Basketball post NBA combine

Bryan Antoine

The first three options are probably more of a wishlist. Michigan does need some more depth and veteran help at multiple spots but U-M doesn’t necessarily need a superstar.

And with all of Michigan’s restrictions in terms of credits transferring and NIL, the Wolverines might struggle to land some of the top players on this list if the likes of Duke, Kentucky, and Illinois are involved.

That’s why I didn’t even include Pete Nance Jr., who, if he returns to college, seems headed for Illinois. One player that would be a fit and was a former five-star recruit is Villanova guard Bryan Antoine.

He only averaged 1.5 points per game last season and is a career 22 percent 3-point shooter. However, he’s 6-foot-5 and has battled injuries throughout his career. He’s not going to make major headlines but I’ll bet he wouldn’t complain about a role off the bench.

Bryant will have two years remaining of eligibility and after playing in just 40 games in three seasons, I bet he would be convinced to take some extra credits if needed to play at U-M. We all know Jay Wright players are tough and know how to defend.

Bryant is also familiar with that idea of positionless basketball and could be an ideal backup at the two and three — that old Chaundee Brown role. I’m not saying Bryant will be Chaundee who was a proven player at Wake Forest before coming to Ann Arbor.

But adding Bryant wouldn’t rock the boat in terms of roles and playing time, but if he could stay healthy, he could be a glue guy and provide some depth that’s sorely needed in the backcourt.