OU basketball reportedly lands Tyler Hendricks from Utah Valley via transfer portal

TL;DR

Oklahoma men's basketball has secured Tyler Hendricks from Utah Valley via the transfer portal. Hendricks, a guard known for his shooting, averaged 11.8 points and 4.3 rebounds last season.

Key points

Oklahoma men's basketball adds Tyler Hendricks via transfer portal
Hendricks shot 44.8% from 3-point range last season
He averaged 11.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game
Hendricks previously played at UCF before transferring
OU also added Khani Rooths from Louisville this offseason

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NORMAN — Oklahoma men's basketball landed its second transfer portal addition.

Utah Valley transfer guard Tyler Hendricks committed to the Sooners on Friday, according to multiple reports. Hendricks joins Louisville transfer forward Khani Rooths as transfers to join OU so far this offseason.

Hendricks brings shooting to the Sooners as he shot 44.8% from 3-point range last season and hit at least three 3-pointers in 12 games. OU lost sharpshooter Kuol Atak to Virginia Tech.

The Fort Lauderdale, Florida, native averaged 11.8 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. He began his career at UCF where he played two seasons.

Hendricks' twin brother, Taylor, is a forward for the Memphis Grizzlies.

More: OU men's basketball transfer portal tracker: Live updates on who’s in, out

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Q&A

What are Tyler Hendricks' stats from last season at Utah Valley?

Tyler Hendricks averaged 11.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game last season.

How does Tyler Hendricks' shooting ability impact Oklahoma basketball?

Hendricks shot 44.8% from 3-point range last season, providing a much-needed scoring boost for Oklahoma after losing sharpshooter Kuol Atak.