Combo guard Justin Pippen has signed with Ohio State, his representation at WME Basketball confirming the move on Tuesday. The sophomore arrives after a breakout year at Cal, where he posted 14.2 points per game along with 4.6 assists and 3.9 rebounds. He entered the NCAA transfer portal earlier this week, ending a stint with Michigan and will wear the No. 3 jersey for the Buckeyes.

At Cal, Pippen led the Bears to a second‑round NIT appearance, topping the team in assists and ranking second in scoring. His combo‑guard skill set positions him as the likely replacement for departing Buckeye Devin Royal, and his experience on both sides of the Michigan‑Ohio State rivalry adds a unique narrative to the roster.

Son of Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen and brother to Memphis guard Scotty Jr., Justin brings a pedigree that could boost Ohio State’s offensive firepower. With the Buckeyes eyeing a deeper run in the Big Ten tournament, his scoring and playmaking will be tested against familiar foes. Ohio State now counts on Pippen to help close the gap with conference leaders.