South Carolina Lands Top Transfer Jordan Lee

Coach Dawn Staley adds No. 2 ranked portal player to bolster scoring offense

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:01pm

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A cubist, geometric painting featuring overlapping planes of garnet red, black, and metallic gold, conceptually representing the dynamic movement and energy of a basketball game.South Carolina's new star transfer Jordan Lee will bring her dynamic scoring and playmaking skills to the Gamecocks' high-powered offense.Columbia Today

The South Carolina women's basketball team has landed a major transfer addition in Jordan Lee, the No. 2 ranked player in the NCAA transfer portal. Lee, a highly sought-after guard, will join the Gamecocks and coach Dawn Staley's squad that finished the season with the fourth-best scoring offense in the nation.

Why it matters

Securing a top transfer like Lee is a major coup for the Gamecocks, who are looking to build on their strong offensive performance last season. Lee's addition will provide an immediate boost to South Carolina's backcourt and scoring capabilities as they aim to contend for a national championship.

The details

Lee, a 6-foot guard, was one of the most coveted transfers in the portal this offseason. She averaged 16.2 points, 4.1 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game at her previous school. Staley and the Gamecocks beat out several other top programs to land the talented playmaker, who will provide an ideal complement to returning star Ta'Niya Latson in the South Carolina lineup.

  • Lee entered the transfer portal in March 2026 after completing her sophomore season.
  • South Carolina announced Lee's commitment on April 15, 2026.

The players

Dawn Staley

The head coach of the South Carolina women's basketball team, who has led the Gamecocks to consistent success and a national championship.

Jordan Lee

A highly touted guard who was the No. 2 ranked player in the 2026 NCAA transfer portal, joining South Carolina after two seasons at another program.

Ta'Niya Latson

The star guard for South Carolina who was the team's second-leading scorer last season, averaging 14.1 points per game.

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What they’re saying

“Jordan Lee is exactly the type of player we were looking to add to our roster. Her scoring ability, playmaking skills and competitive drive will be a perfect fit with our team.”

— Dawn Staley, Head Coach, South Carolina Women's Basketball

What’s next

Lee will join the Gamecocks this summer and begin preparing for the 2026-27 season, where she will look to make an immediate impact alongside Latson and the rest of the South Carolina roster.

The takeaway

South Carolina's addition of Jordan Lee is a major recruiting win that should significantly boost their national title aspirations. Lee's scoring punch and playmaking skills will complement the Gamecocks' existing talent and help them maintain their status as one of the top women's basketball programs in the country.