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Jordan Ellis
Staff Writer · The Portal
Jordan Ellis is on staff to keep the roster math. Who left, who arrived, who still has a scholarship to give.
Stories
Alabama tests Samuels at point during Holloway's suspension
Jordan Ellis examines Qayden Samuels' point-guard minutes against Furman and the next test for Alabama while Aden Holloway sits.
Kansas resumes Council practice as guard rotation grows
Jordan Ellis examines how Melvin Council Jr.'s reported return to practice changes Kansas's guard competition while his court case continues.
Jimmy Butler's Marquette rise began with a reserve award
Jordan Ellis follows Butler's reserve award, his move into Marquette's starting lineup and his own account of how his ambitions changed.
Creighton Lands Micah Gordon, Its Highest-Ranked Recruit
Jordan Ellis examines what Micah Gordon's commitment means for Creighton's 2027 class and Alan Huss' first full recruiting cycle.
Houston Closes Big 12 Schedule Against Arizona
Jordan Ellis examines Houston's two games with Arizona and a Big 12 schedule that also brings Iowa State and Kansas to Houston.
Texas and St. John's Made an Exhibition Worth Using
Jordan Ellis examines what Texas and St. John's can learn from their October 25 exhibition at Madison Square Garden.
Alabama Gets Three Chances to Settle Its Rotation
Jordan Ellis examines Alabama's three October exhibitions and the practice time between Furman, Ole Miss and Auburn.
Cade Tyson Rejoins Minnesota. The Gophers Still Need Two Plans.
Cade Tyson is back with Minnesota while awaiting eligibility. Jordan Ellis examines the scoring role Niko Medved must plan around for 2026-27.
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