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Report: St. Thomas' second-leading scorer enters the transfer portal

Another former Minnesota prep star has entered the portal.

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Dec 14, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; St. Thomas (MN) Tommies guard Kendall Blue (1) shoots during the first half against the Marquette Golden Eagles at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Dec 14, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; St. Thomas (MN) Tommies guard Kendall Blue (1) shoots during the first half against the Marquette Golden Eagles at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images / Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
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Former East Ridge High School star Kendall Blue became the latest Minnesota native to enter the transfer portal on Thursday. After averaging 12.3 points per game in 2024-25, he will be looking for a new program for his final collegiate season.

In the modern college basketball world, Blue is the perfect example of a player who developed at a lower level before looking for a bigger opportunity to prove himself. He chose to stay home and play for the Tommies coming out of high school in the class of 2022, picking St. Thomas over top offers from Marquette, George Washington and Appalachian State.

St. Thomas immediately gave him an opportunity and he started 22 games as a true freshman. His scoring increased from 7.4 to 10.6 and most recently 12.3 points per game as a junior. The 6-foot-6 guard was their second-leading scorer on efficient 51.0/41.7/73.1 shooting splits. He performed well against high-major competition, scoring 18 against Oklahoma State and 11 against Arizona State.

Blue looks primed for a jump into a high-major conference after developing in the Summit League. The question now becomes, would he consider remaining in-state and playing for the Gophers?

He's an efficient shooter with a willingness to defend. He seems like a player any Big Ten team would consider, and more importantly he seems like he could fit seamlessly into Niko Medved's system as a potential sixth man off the bench or starter when needed.

With his Minnesota ties, Blue is a player worth keeping an eye on.

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TONY LIEBERT

Tony Liebert is particularly known for his coverage of the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers, though he also contributes to coverage of the Minnesota Vikings, Timberwolves and Twins. His writing style is noted for providing in-depth analysis and insights, making him a go-to source for fans looking for comprehensive coverage of Minnesota sports.

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