Former Oregon Duck Chance Gray has committed to Ohio State women’s basketball, filling a spot left by three players who entered the transfer portal. Gray, a deep shooting guard, announced her commitment on social media, bringing two seasons of eligibility and impressive stats from her time with the Ducks. Her play style resembles that of former Buckeye guard Jacy Sheldon, making her a valuable addition to head coach Kevin McGuff’s system. The move shores up perimeter shooting for the team and adds NCAA experience to the backcourt.

By the Numbers
  • Gray averaged 13.9 points and 3.0 assists per game this season.
  • May 1st is the end of the transfer portal season for NCAA women’s basketball.
  • Ajae Petty averaged 14.2 points and 10.6 rebounds per game with LSU this season.
State of Play
  • Ohio State has added Chance Gray, aiming to fill the void left by transfer departures and improve perimeter shooting.
  • The team now features guards with NCAA experience and has a top recruit in the 2024 class.
  • Potential transfer prospects from Oregon and Kentucky, including Grace VanSlooten and Ajae Petty, could further strengthen the team.
What's Next

Expect more additions to the Ohio State women’s basketball team from the transfer portal before the season ends on May 1st, potentially including prospects like Grace VanSlooten and Ajae Petty.

Bottom Line

The commitment of Chance Gray augments Ohio State's women’s basketball team, addressing the departure of three players and bringing in valuable experience and skills, with the potential for further enhancements before the transfer season ends.