Arizona adds RJ Godfrey as starting power forward for 2027 roster
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:05 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
RJ Godfrey, a transfer from Clemson, has signed with the Arizona Wildcats to become their starting power forward. His addition comes as Arizona aims to build on their recent success after reaching the Final Four. Godfrey averaged 12 points and 5.3 rebounds per game last season and brings considerable experience. The Wildcats had been searching for a player to complete their roster, and Godfrey's versatile skill set is seen as a strong fit for their system. Arizona fans are optimistic about the team's potential to make another deep tournament run, particularly with other standout players on the roster.
- •RJ Godfrey joins Arizona after transferring from Clemson.
- •He averaged 12 points and 5.3 rebounds last season.
- •Godfrey is expected to fill a crucial role for the Wildcats.
- •Arizona fans have heightened expectations following their Final Four appearance.
- •The Wildcats are aiming for a top ranking in the upcoming season.
- 3:56 AMESPN NCAAM — Arizona fills need at forward with transfer Godfrey
- 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Former Clemson forward RJ Godfrey commits to Arizona, filling a big hole in Wildcats' roster
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona Signs RJ Godfrey In Move That Raises Team Expectations
"Former Clemson forward RJ Godfrey has committed to Arizona, potentially filling the biggest hole in coach Tommy Lloyd's roster. Godfrey announced his decision on Instagram Sunday, positing “Committed” with a photo of him in an Arizona jersey. Godfrey averaged 12.0 points and 5.3 rebounds in his return to Clemson last season after a year at Georgia.
"Clemson transfer RJ Godfrey has signed with the Arizona Wildcats to be their starting power forward. Arizona has been searching all summer and has landed with Godfrey to finalize the...
"Former Clemson forward RJ Godfrey has committed to Arizona, potentially filling the biggest hole in coach Tommy Lloyd's roster.
Sources
External links- ESPN NCAAMAug 3, 2026, 3:56 AMArizona fills need at forward with transfer Godfrey
Former Clemson forward RJ Godfrey has committed to Arizona, potentially filling the biggest hole in coach Tommy Lloyd's roster.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 2:40 AMFormer Clemson forward RJ Godfrey commits to Arizona, filling a big hole in Wildcats' roster
Former Clemson forward RJ Godfrey has committed to Arizona, potentially filling the biggest hole in coach Tommy Lloyd's roster. Godfrey announced his decision on Instagram Sunday, positing “Committed” with a photo of him in an Arizona jersey. Godfrey averaged 12.0 points and 5.3 rebounds in his return to Clemson last season after a year at Georgia.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 8:00 PMArizona Signs RJ Godfrey In Move That Raises Team Expectations
Clemson transfer RJ Godfrey has signed with the Arizona Wildcats to be their starting power forward. Arizona has been searching all summer and has landed with Godfrey to finalize the...
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