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Jalen Washington transfers from Vanderbilt to Tennessee for final season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 11:00 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Jalen Washington transfers from Vanderbilt to Tennessee for final season

Summary

Jalen Washington, a former center at UNC, has committed to the University of Tennessee for his fifth college basketball season. After averaging 8.9 points and 5.6 rebounds at Vanderbilt and contributing to a Second Round NCAA Tournament appearance, Washington was granted an additional year of eligibility. He played three seasons at North Carolina but shifted to Vanderbilt prior to last season, where he had a notable performance. His upcoming season at Tennessee will see him face his former team, Vanderbilt, which is likely to generate significant rivalry games.

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•Washington averaged 8.9 points and 5.6 rebounds at Vanderbilt.
•He played three seasons at UNC before transferring to Vanderbilt.
•The additional year of eligibility was granted due to a lawsuit against the NCAA.
•Tennessee will face Vanderbilt in the upcoming season, heightening rivalry stakes.
•Washington's performance will be crucial for his NBA prospects.

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11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Former UNC center commits to SEC program

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Jalen Washington didn't pan out in his three seasons at UNC. After playing a year at Vanderbilt, Washington now heads east to Knoxville.
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