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NC State Star Zam Jones Enters Transfer Portal
26 Mar
Summary
- Zam Jones announced her transfer from NC State on March 25th.
- She had a standout sophomore season, averaging 14.9 points.
- Her viral halftime quote, "I'm built for this. I'm a dog," gained attention.
Zamareya Jones, a key player for NC State women's basketball, announced her decision to enter the transfer portal on Wednesday, March 25. Jones, a graduate of North Pitt High School, spent two seasons with the Wolfpack under coach Wes Moore.
During her sophomore season, Jones emerged as the team's third-leading scorer, averaging 14.9 points, 3.8 assists, and 3.3 rebounds per game. Her performance included a notable 30-point, 5-steal outing in the NCAA Tournament first-round victory against Tennessee. Jones' "I'm built for this. I'm a dog," halftime comment during a Sweet 16 game last year also went viral.
Jones shared her gratitude for her experience at NC State, stating it shaped her both on and off the court. The transfer portal officially opens on April 7 and closes on April 21, following the women's national championship game. This departure follows that of center Mallory Collier, who also announced her intention to transfer.
