Indiana University’s men’s basketball program has announced the addition of guard Justin Monden, a transfer from Maryland Eastern Shore, ahead of the upcoming season.
Depth with a Purpose
Monden enters his final year of eligibility after two seasons at Georgia Southwestern State, where he developed a reputation for efficient shooting and steady ball handling.
During his most recent stint with the Hawks, he appeared in 32 games, logging 20.7 minutes per contest and contributing six points and 1.6 assists, shooting 27 percent from three‑point range on 2.3 attempts.
Coaches have earmarked him as a versatile depth option, capable of spelling both Markus Burton and Bryce Lindsay, while also pressing freshman phenom Prince‑Alexander Moody in practice.
At 6‑foot‑0 and 160 pounds, Monden’s frame may limit his impact against the physicality of Big Ten competition, but his collegiate experience offers a steadying presence for a roster that remains relatively young.
The addition underscores Indiana’s strategy of bolstering depth through experienced transfers, a tactic that could pay dividends as the team aims for a competitive season.