A former in-state recruit returns home, as Northern Illinois center Owen Hamilton announced on Tuesday via Twitter that he intends to transfer and play for the Wisconsin Badgers.
Hamilton, listed at 7’0 and 255 pounds according to the Huskies’ website, averaged 1.9 points and 1.3 rebounds per game last season in 27 contests. The Prescott, Wis., native shot 64.7 percent (22-of-34) from the field as a freshman.
Based on his eligibility, Hamilton would have to sit out one year due to NCAA transfer rules but then have three years of eligibility remaining.