Utah Reportedly Contacts Northwestern Transfer Jayden Reid

The 5-foot-10 guard averaged 10.1 points and 5.0 assists for the Wildcats last season.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:24pm

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According to a report, the Utah Utes have reached out to former Northwestern guard Jayden Reid, who recently entered the transfer portal. Reid, a 5-foot-10 playmaker from New York, averaged 10.1 points and 5.0 assists per game for the Wildcats last season.

Why it matters

Utah is looking to add depth and experience at the point guard position after a season in which their offense struggled at times due to a lack of a true floor general. Reid's passing ability and scoring touch could help address those needs.

The details

Reid, who will be a fourth-year college player, has also drawn interest from schools like Auburn, Texas A&M, Kansas State, and Oregon. He's ranked as the No. 34 point guard available in the transfer portal by 247Sports. In his one season at Northwestern, Reid started 28 of 34 games and showcased his ability to perform against top competition, with his four highest-scoring games coming against NCAA Tournament teams.

  • Jayden Reid entered the transfer portal in early April 2026.

The players

Jayden Reid

A 5-foot-10 guard who spent the last season at Northwestern, where he averaged 10.1 points and 5.0 assists per game.

Wes Wilcox

The general manager of the Utah Utes basketball program.

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What’s next

The Utes will continue to evaluate Jayden Reid and other transfer options as they look to bolster their backcourt for the upcoming season.

The takeaway

Utah's reported interest in Jayden Reid highlights their need for a true playmaking point guard to help improve their offensive efficiency after a subpar season in that department. Reid's experience and production at the Division I level make him an intriguing transfer target for the Utes.