Kansas State Encouraged To Grab Star Forward In Transfer Portal
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Providence forward Bryce Hopkins entered the transfer portal Wednesday afternoon.
On3Sports' Riley Gates encouraged Jerome Tang and Kansas State to pursue the forward after losing fifth-year seniors Coleman Hawkins and David N'Guessan.
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— Riley Gates (@Riley_Gates) March 19, 2025
He averaged 17.0 points and 7.7 rebounds at Providence in three games last season.
K-State coach Jerome Tang praised Hopkins when K-State defeated them last season. The Providence forward had 14 points and 11 rebounds that game.
"We played Providence on a neutral court with Bryce Hopkins, their best team, and beat them," Tang said.
DAVID N'GUESSAN GETS EMOTIONAL TRIBUTE FROM K-STATE FAN ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Kansas State's season ended last Wednesday, marking the end of many things, including David N'Guessan's collegiate career.
Kansas State fans dedicated an emotional video to N'Guessan on Twitter to thank him for his three years to the program.
The Wildcats veteran had a career season in his final go-around, averaging 13.3 points on 64.4 percent shooting with 7.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists.
But more importantly, his consistency, professionalism and leadership was recognized by many in Manhattan, KS.
"He's taught me a lot, he helped me grow up a lot," guard Dug McDaniel said after the season-ending loss to Baylor. "He leads by example, so he doesn't have to talk a lot. You can just tell by the way he carries himself, and you can pick up little things from him. He welcomed me as a brother. We bond a lot off the court, so it's a joy playing with him. I'm going to miss him, but it's not the end for us for sure."
Kansas State coach Jerome Tang recognized N'Guessan's off-court characteristics as a complement to his on-court production.
"He's been consistent as a human being," Tang said. "Showing up every day, working really hard to get better and caring with a big heart and representing our university. He's a model student, a model citizen, and a terrific son. I'm so proud that he calls me Coach."
Jayden Armant is a graduate of the Howard University School of Communications and a contributor to Kansas State Wildcats on SI. He can be reached at jaydenshome14@gmail.com or follow him on Twitter @jaydenarmant.
Jayden is a journalism school graduate of Howard University. He was the 2024 recipient of the Terez Paylor scholarship award. He previously worked at the Orlando Sentinel.
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