Breaking News: A college basketball analyst draws a bold comparison to last year’s transfer portal move by Kansas basketball.

In the 2023-24 college basketball season, the Kansas Jayhawks faced some unexpected challenges despite entering the campaign as the top-ranked team in the nation. However, one of the highlights of their season was the addition of Hunter Dickinson. Hailing from Michigan, Dickinson lived up to the hype, delivering impressive performances with averages of 17.9 points and 10.9 rebounds per game, earning him All-American honors. Dickinson has opted to return to Kansas for another season, aiming to secure his first NCAA championship before concluding his collegiate career.

Dickinson’s decision to transfer from Michigan a year ago was considered a major move in the college basketball landscape. His arrival in the transfer portal garnered significant attention, with few transfers of his caliber emerging on the market, despite the increasing number of talented players opting to relocate during the offseason. However, some analysts believe that another recent transfer could rival Dickinson’s impact. Rob Dauster of Field of 68 likened Arkansas’ acquisition of Johnell Davis to Kansas’ addition of Dickinson last year, suggesting that Davis’ arrival could have a similar significance for the Razorbacks.

Davis, formerly of FAU, showcased his skills by averaging 18.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game in his senior year across 34 contests. With one year of eligibility remaining, Davis made the decision to join Arkansas under newly appointed head coach John Calipari. The Razorbacks have been active in utilizing the transfer portal since Calipari’s arrival, and Davis is expected to play a key role for the team in the upcoming season, potentially emerging as one of their top players.