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Georgetown Today
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Georgetown Lands Injury-Plagued Kentucky Star
Hoyas hope transfer Jaland Lowe can help turn around program after missing NCAA Tournament 5 straight years.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:27pm
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A cubist interpretation of the high-stakes drama of college basketball, reflecting the injury-plagued journey of a star player seeking redemption.Georgetown TodayGeorgetown is bringing in Jaland Lowe, a former McDonald's All-American and star player at Pittsburgh, as a transfer from the University of Kentucky. Lowe's lone season at Kentucky was marred by injuries, as he played in just 9 games and saw his season end prematurely. Georgetown is hoping the talented guard can help revive their program after missing the NCAA Tournament for 5 straight seasons.
Why it matters
Georgetown has struggled mightily in recent years, failing to make the NCAA Tournament since 2021. The addition of Lowe, a highly touted recruit with All-ACC level production at Pittsburgh, could provide a much-needed boost to the Hoyas' roster and help them return to the Big Dance.
The details
Lowe was a McDonald's All-American coming out of high school in Texas and had a strong freshman season at Pittsburgh, averaging 9.6 points per game. He took a big leap as a sophomore, earning third-team All-ACC honors after putting up 16.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game. However, his lone season at Kentucky was derailed by injuries, as he played in just 9 games and saw his year end prematurely on January 10th.
- Lowe played 33 games with 19 starts at Pittsburgh in the 2023-24 season.
- In the 2024-25 season, Lowe played in 31 games, all as a starter, and earned third-team All-ACC honors.
- Lowe transferred to Kentucky for the 2025-26 season, but played in just 9 games before his year was cut short due to injury.
The players
Jaland Lowe
A former McDonald's All-American and star player at Pittsburgh who is transferring to Georgetown after an injury-plagued season at Kentucky.
KJ Lewis
A player who has already left Georgetown via the transfer portal.
What they’re saying
“Jaland Lowe is a talented guard who can really score the ball. If he's able to stay healthy, he could be a game-changer for Georgetown.”
— Tobias Pass, Reporter, The Athletic
What’s next
If Lowe is granted a medical redshirt, he could potentially have two years of eligibility remaining at Georgetown to help turn the program around.
The takeaway
Georgetown is taking a chance on a high-upside transfer in Jaland Lowe, hoping he can provide a spark and help the Hoyas end their NCAA Tournament drought after a string of disappointing seasons.
