James Scott, Chris Beard recall transfer visit that presented initial adversity test ... "We were on the golf cart in between the football indoor (field) and track, ...

Last season, with Louisville, James Scott would play in 35 games and averaged 23.6 minutes per game. He averaged 7.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, ...

Scott, a 6-11 transfer from Louisville who averaged 7.1 points and 6.1 rebounds, was a top addition. Beard says he has emphasized adding high-character players form the portal with experience winning.