Source: BroBible
Summary
Georgia basketball player Jake Wilkins, son of NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins, is transferring after one season. Matt Leinart, a former USC quarterback, had previously stated he wouldn’t unretire his jersey number for a top recruit, citing the possibility of them transferring after a year. Wilkins’ decision proves Leinart’s point. Wilkins wore the same #21 jersey number as his father, who had it retired in 1991. Dominique Wilkins unretired the number for his son, but it may be off limits again soon.
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The habit gets a new name.
Jake Wilkins, a four-star recruit, commits to Georgia, wears his father’s retired jersey number, and transfers after one season. Matt Leinart’s prediction comes true. The younger generation’s commitment issues are on full display. The jersey number is unretired, worn, and retired again – all in the name of family ties and fleeting loyalty.
Wilkins’ transfer is just another example of the “portal” calling, and the Bulldogs couldn’t keep him on campus.
It’s not about the jersey number; it’s about the trend.
The routine is clear: commit, play, transfer, repeat.
The lifestyle enters the chat, and it’s all about the “freakish athlete” and his next move.
Author: Evan Null
