Buffalo adds to 2018 class with JUCO transfer Javion Hamlet

Javion Hamlet, a 6-foot-3 point guard from Motlow State (TN), committed to Buffalo on Friday, becoming the third pledge for coach Nates Oates in the Class of 2018.

Hamlet, who averaged 15.6 points and 8.4 assists last season, also considered North Texas.

I knew my time was coming I had to wait for it…so ever night I use to pray for it??….committed ?? pic.twitter.com/Yfe3xIiCzy
— J hamlet (@javion_hamlet) October 7, 2017

Hamlet joins point guard Ronaldo Segu of Orlando (FL) Christian Prep and small forward Jeenathan Williams of Prolific Prep (CA) in a strong class for Buffalo.

Written by Adam Zagoria

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