Cincinnati Basketball: Jizzle James is on the verge of a breakout campaign

Cincinnati Bearcats roll past rival West Virginia Mountaineers at Fifth Third Arena in 2024
Cincinnati Bearcats roll past rival West Virginia Mountaineers at Fifth Third Arena in 2024 | Albert Cesare/The Enquirer / USA TODAY

Cincinnati Bearcats point guard Jizzle James is on the verge of a breakout campaign coming off a really impressive freshman season last year!

James dropped a season-high 25 points in the first start of his career to help fuel the Bearcats to a blowout victory against Bradley in the NIT.

The former 4-star recruit showcased his elite potential in his freshman season and should continue to emerge next year and beyond!

Stay up to date with the most recent recruiting rumors and roster moves as the Bearcats try to build momentum heading into next season.

Cincinnati Basketball: Jizzle James is on the verge of a breakout campaign

Cincinnati picked up verbal commitments from former Bradley guard Connor Hickman and USC freshman forward Arrinten Page last month!

Hickman compiled a team-best 14.5 points and 3.4 rebounds per game on 40.2% shooting from beyond the arc during his junior season in 2024.

The Indiana native scored 14 points during a loss at Cincinnati in the NIT quarterfinals last month and will have one year of eligibility left.

Page was a coveted 4-star prospect coming out of Wheeler High School and was the 4th highest ranked prospect from Georgia per 247 Sports.

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