Coach Flynn Clayman and the High Point Panthers have landed one of the most complete wings in the transfer portal with the addition of Jason Rivera-Torres from Monmouth.
This is the kind of addition that changes the complexion of a roster.
Not because of gaudy scoring totals.
Because he impacts winning possessions.
Player Overview
- Position: Wing
- Height: 6’7″
- Class: Graduate Transfer
Scouting Breakdown
Two-Way Difference Maker
Rivera-Torres fills every column on the stat sheet.
He scores. He rebounds. He creates. He defends.
More importantly, he influences possessions that never show up in a traditional box score. Loose balls, deflections, extra rebounds, transition opportunities—he consistently tilts the game in his team’s favor.
Transition Weapon
Defensive rebound.
One dribble.
Full speed.
Few wings transition from defense to offense as quickly as Rivera-Torres. He doesn’t need an outlet pass because he is the outlet.
His ability to grab-and-go immediately puts opposing defenses on their heels and perfectly fits High Point’s desire to play in the open floor.
Defensive Disruptor
Length.
Instincts.
Motor.
Rivera-Torres creates turnovers without gambling, blocks shots from the weak side, and consistently blows up passing lanes.
He’s the type of defender who speeds opponents up while making the game look slower for himself.
Secondary Creator
He doesn’t need the basketball to be effective.
But when it finds him, he makes smart decisions.
Whether it’s attacking a closeout, making the extra pass, or creating offense after a rebound, Rivera-Torres keeps possessions moving without disrupting offensive flow.
Fit at High Point
This feels like an ideal marriage between player and system.
Flynn Clayman’s teams thrive on pace, defensive pressure, and creating extra possessions.
Rivera-Torres checks every one of those boxes.
He adds another versatile defender, another transition initiator, another elite rebounder on the wing, and another player capable of turning defensive stops into immediate offense.
HPU Comparison
A blend of Terry Anderson’s relentless motor and Kimani Hamilton’s versatility.
Long. Athletic. Positionless.
Exactly the type of wing High Point has built its recent success around.
Final Word
Jason Rivera-Torres doesn’t simply add production.
He adds possessions.
He creates chaos.
He raises the floor.
And he gives High Point another player capable of changing games without needing 20 shots to do it.