A Journey Culminates in Nevada
AJ Storr’s basketball odyssey reads like a travelogue. From high school stints at Rockford Lutheran and Kankakee, Illinois, to a senior year at Bishop Gorman in Arizona and AZ Compass Prep, the forward eventually re‑classified to IMG Academy before embarking on a college path that took him to St. John’s, the University of Wisconsin, the University of Kansas and finally Ole Miss.
At Ole Miss he posted a career‑high 15.5 points per game last season, adding 2.7 rebounds and shooting 43.1 % from the field across 138 appearances. His offensive versatility earned him a reputation as a reliable scorer, a trait that attracted interest from several programs.
Now, after a fifth year of eligibility, Storr has chosen UNLV. Coach Josh Pastner, who guided the Rebels to a second‑round NIT finish last year, sees the forward as a piece that can keep the program moving forward. The commitment marks the culmination of a journey that included five high‑school teams and four college programs.
Storr’s next step will be closely watched by analysts who note both the potential impact of his scoring and the narrative of a player who has navigated multiple transitions. If he stays healthy, his presence could bolster UNLV’s perimeter game and provide a steady offensive option as the team looks to build on recent postseason experience.