Penn State basketball secures commitment from Nebraska wing Eli Rice, marking the team's third portal recruit for 2024. Rice, a former Nebraska player, will join the blue-and-white uniform next season after averaging 9.8 minutes, 4.2 points, and 1.6 rebounds per game in 17 appearances for Nebraska, with a 37-percent three-point shooting record. His entrance adds a potential future starter to the team, as he is only a rising sophomore with three years of eligibility remaining.

By the Numbers
  • Rice averaged 9.8 minutes, 4.2 points, and 1.6 rebounds per game in 17 appearances for Nebraska.
  • Rice achieved a 37-percent three-point shooting record, making 10 of 27 attempts from beyond the arc.
State of Play
  • Penn State has one more scholarship slot to fill on the roster, with a focus on recruiting an off-ball/combo guard who can defend and score at will.
  • Penn State's ongoing effort to secure potential future talent emphasizes the desire for multi-year eligibility players to build a consistent roster.
Bottom Line

Penn State’s acquisition of Eli Rice not only adds a promising talent to the team but also aligns with the strategy of recruiting players with multiple years of eligibility to ensure roster stability for the future.