LSU Women’s Basketball Transfer Portal Update: Where the Departing Tigers Landed

The LSU women’s basketball program experienced significant roster changes following the 2023–24 season, with several key players entering the NCAA transfer portal. Here’s an overview of where those departing Tigers have landed:(SI)

🐯 Departures from LSU

1. Hailey Van Lith

• Position: Guard
• Previous School: Louisville
• LSU Tenure: One season (2023–24)
• Stats at LSU: 11.6 PPG, 3.6 APG, 1.3 SPG
• Destination: Transferred to TCU
• Note: Van Lith’s move to TCU was highlighted by her selection as the 11th overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft by the Chicago Sky, where she reunites with former LSU teammate Angel Reese. (LSU Football – LSU Sports, Sportskeeda, Larry Brown Sports, talkSPORT)

2. Angelica Velez

• Position: Guard
• Previous School: LSU
• LSU Tenure: One season (2023–24)
• Stats at LSU: 27 points, 13 assists in 111 minutes
• Destination: Entered the transfer portal; destination TBD
• Note: Velez, a former four-star recruit, is seeking a new program for increased playing time. (SI)

3. Janae Kent

• Position: Guard
• Previous School: LSU
• LSU Tenure: One season (2023–24)
• Stats at LSU: 1.6 PPG
• Destination: Entered the transfer portal; destination TBD
• Note: Kent was part of LSU’s No. 1-ranked 2023 recruiting class but played a limited role during her freshman season. (Reveille, Sportskeeda, SI)

🔄 LSU’s Incoming Transfers

In response to these departures, LSU has strengthened its roster by adding several experienced players from the transfer portal:

1. MiLaysia Fulwiley

• Position: Guard
• Previous School: South Carolina
• Stats at South Carolina: 11.7 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 2.0 APG
• Note: Fulwiley brings championship experience from South Carolina’s undefeated 2023 season and is expected to contribute significantly to LSU’s backcourt. (lsu.rivals.com, Reveille)

2. Kailyn Gilbert

• Position: Guard
• Previous School: Arizona
• Stats at Arizona: 15.1 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 2.3 APG
• Note: Gilbert had a breakout sophomore season at Arizona and is anticipated to play a key role in LSU’s offense. (ESPN.com, People.com, Sportskeeda, LSU Football – LSU Sports)

3. Shayeann Day-Wilson

• Position: Guard
• Previous Schools: Duke, Miami
• Stats at Miami: 11.9 PPG, 3.5 APG, 2.7 RPG
• Note: Day-Wilson brings extensive experience and international play, enhancing LSU’s backcourt depth. (Sportskeeda)

4. Amiya Joyner

• Position: Forward
• Previous School: East Carolina
• Stats at East Carolina: Double-digit scoring in all three collegiate seasons
• Note: Joyner adds valuable experience and scoring ability to LSU’s frontcourt. (Reveille, Reveille)

These strategic additions aim to bolster LSU’s roster and maintain competitiveness in the upcoming season.