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Cal's Justin Pippen Enters Transfer Portal After Strong Season

4/8/2026

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Justin Pippen, a 6-foot-4 guard for the California Golden Bears, enters the transfer portal after a sophomore season averaging 14.2 points, 4.6 assists, and 3.9 rebounds.
His departure, alongside teammate Dai Dai Ames, challenges Cal after finishing the season 22-12.
Pippen has drawn interest from Kentucky and UCLA as he pursues opportunities to advance.
Cal head coach Mark Madsen faces rebuilding as no starters are expected to return from this season.

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Story summary

Justin Pippen, a 6-foot-4 guard for the California Golden Bears, enters the transfer portal after a sophomore season averaging 14.2 points, 4.6 assists, and 3.9 rebounds.
His departure, alongside teammate Dai Dai Ames, challenges Cal after finishing the season 22-12.
Pippen has drawn interest from Kentucky and UCLA as he pursues opportunities to advance.
Cal head coach Mark Madsen faces rebuilding as no starters are expected to return from this season.