South Carolina transfer Jordan Butler committed to the Dins on Monday after a short trip up the road to campus. Furman was looking for a center so step into the void left by Cooper Bowser, and Butler more than fills the gap. Size was at a premium in the portal this offseason, and Butler brings a true big presence at 7 feet, 237 lbs. Butler began his career at Missouri (25 games played), before portaling to the Gamecocks and seeing time in 58 games.
Butler is from just down the road in Mauldin, South Carolina. After winning just 33 games in three years at two less than successful programs, Butler will join the defending SoCon champs who have won over 60 games in the same timeframe. Jordan will look to follow the path of Tom House, Asa Thomas, and many successful SoCon players who came in and produced after underwhelming years at high major programs.
Butler will play a true center role, not likely to shoot many threes, but Furman’s roster is already bristling with shooters to surround the big man. As an incoming senior, Butler will have one year of eligibility, pending the upcoming 5 year eligibility rules.
Jordan’s ‘25-26 season averages: 2.8 points, 1.8 rebounds, 77% FT.
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