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Junior college transfer AJ Pierre-Jerome joins UNM Lobos for 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 7:04 PM

Last updated May 30, 2026

Junior college transfer AJ Pierre-Jerome joins UNM Lobos for 2026-27 season
Summary

AJ Pierre-Jerome, a 6-foot-9 forward from Butler Community College in Kansas, has committed to play for the University of New Mexico Lobos in the 2026-27 basketball season. He signed with the Lobos in mid-May after averaging 6.9 points per game during his time at Butler. The Lobos are currently tracking roster changes as they look to enhance their team for the upcoming season. Pierre-Jerome's skill set will be a significant addition as the program aims to strengthen its presence in collegiate basketball.

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  • •AJ Pierre-Jerome transfers from Butler Community College to UNM Lobos.
  • •He averaged 6.9 points per game in junior college.
  • •The Lobos are monitoring offseason roster changes.
  • •Pierre-Jerome signed with UNM in mid-May.
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  • 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Get to know the new Lobo: A few questions with junior college transfer AJ Pierre-Jerome
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Lobo hoops transfer portal tracker The Journal is keeping tabs on all offseason roster moves for the Lobo men’s basketball team — who is leaving, who is returning, who hasn’t decided — on its Transfer Portal Tracker (CLICK HERE). AJ Pierre-Jerome, a 6-foot-9 forward transfer from Butler Community College in Kansas signed in mid-May to play for the 2026-27 UNM Lobos. The big man averaged 6.9 ...

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