Washington State Reels in Ex-Providence G Jaylen Harrell Via Transfer Portal

The Washington State Cougars have added another intriguing talent through the transfer portal with the commitment of wing Jaylen Harrell, a former top-100 recruit who began his career at Providence.

Harrell’s freshman season with the Friars was limited to just six games due to injury, making him somewhat of a difficult transfer portal evaluation. In those appearances, he averaged 3.7 points and 0.7 rebounds in just over nine minutes per game, shooting an efficient 8-for-16 from the field and 3-for-11 from beyond the arc.

Harrell’s addition continues a clear trend in how Washington State, under head coach David Riley, is approaching roster construction. The Cougars have been aggressive in targeting former high-level recruits from power conference programs who are seeking expanded roles and consistent playing time. Harrell fits that mold alongside players like RJ Jones (Kansas State/TCU), Landji Dembele (UNLV/Iowa), Tyler Kropp (Northwestern), and Sebastian Akins (Denver/Wake Forest).