Western Carolina transfer guard DJ Campbell commits to the Cal basketball program, becoming the third scholarship transfer to join coach Mark Madsen's team since the end of the 2023-24 season. Campbell, a 6-foot-2 guard from Hampton, Virginia, started 29 games last season, averaging 11.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists with a 41.0% three-point shooting percentage. However, he is not expected to play point guard for the Golden Bears.

By the Numbers
  • Campbell averaged 11.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game last season
  • He shot 41.0% from three-point range
  • As a freshman, Campbell averaged 5.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists
Yes, But

Campbell was not named to the all-Southern Conference teams in his sophomore season.

State of Play
  • Cal has secured commitments from three scholarship transfers.
  • Andrej Stojakovic, a transfer from Stanford, is scheduled to visit Cal.
What's Next

The addition of DJ Campbell strengthens Cal's roster for the upcoming season, and further developments in recruiting and transfers are expected.

Bottom Line

Cal's acquisition of transfer guard DJ Campbell enhances the team's depth and adds valuable experience for the upcoming season, reinforcing coach Mark Madsen's efforts to strengthen the roster.