Feb 22, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Jordan Butler (0) attempts a three-point basket against the Texas Longhorns in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

South Carolina's Jordan Butler Announces Return to the Gamecocks

Originally posted on South Carolina Gamecocks on SI
By Alex Joyce | Last updated Apr 21, 2025 2:49 PM ET

The Gamecocks received good news on Monday as third year forward Jordan Butler announced his return to Columbia. The announcement was made with his representation, Weave.

The 7-foot forward out of Mauldin, South Carolina joined the Gamecocks last offseason after transferring from Missouri. Buter appeared in 28 games this pas season, logging 200 minutes, along with averaging 1.8 points, .9 rebounds, and .4 blocks per game.

Butler's best game of the 2024-2025 season came against the Arkansas Razorbacks on March 1. In that game, he shot 60 percent from the floor, 50 percent from three, putting up nine points, one rebound, and one assist. Butler will look at taking on a bigger role for South Carolina next season.

Together with Jordan Butler, we are excited to announce that he will be returning to South Carolina. #WEAVE pic.twitter.com/2XqFyaxQJC
— WEAVE (@WEAVE) April 21, 2025

This news comes on the heels of guard Collin Murray-Boyles announcing his intentions of entering the NBA Draft. And the news of Treysen Eaglestaff decommiting from the team and re-entering the transfer portal.

South Carolina is looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2024-2025 season.

This article first appeared on South Carolina Gamecocks on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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