Volunteers Interested In Juke Harris
Tennessee is reportedly heavily involved in the recruitment of Wake Forest guard Juke Harris. Harris, the consensus No. 88 player in the 2024 class, grew his game exponentially this past season. The 2025-26 ACC Most Improved Player averaged 21.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.3 steals.
Harris is in the transfer portal and is also testing the NBA waters. Harris is currently considered a late-first-to-early second-round selection. So, he may stay in the draft.
Tennessee was highly involved in Harris’ recruitment out of high school, Tipton said a few days ago. So, it is not a surprise that the Vols are still interested in the 6-7 wing. Michigan and North Carolina are the other serious contenders for his services.
“Atop Tennessee’s transfer portal board is Wake Forest guard Juke Harris,” On3’s Pete Nakos said on April 15. “The Vols, along with Michigan and North Carolina, are working to land a commitment from the No. 3 available player in the portal. Speaking with multiple sources on Tuesday, there is growing confidence that Tennessee can close this out.
“Harris is expected to land a deal north of $3 million, which Tennessee is ready to pay,” Nakos continues. “Barnes and Wake Forest head coach Steve Forbes are also friendly, which could work in the Vols’ favor.”
