LSU guard Hailey Van Lith has entered her name into the transfer portal, signaling her intention to explore her options for her final year of eligibility, according to On3 sources. This move comes after Van Lith missed the deadline to enter the WNBA draft following LSU's loss to Iowa. With the NCAA now allowing multi-time transfers to play immediately next season without a waiver, the former Louisville star has an opportunity to find the perfect fit for her talents.

During her three seasons at Louisville, Van Lith made a name for herself, averaging 15.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game on 42.2% shooting from the field. In her junior year, she showcased her skills even further, averaging an impressive 19.7 points and 3.2 assists per game. However, Van Lith faced some struggles offensively in her lone season at LSU, averaging 11.6 points, 3.6 assists, and 2.4 rebounds per game.

LSU head coach Kim Mulkey expressed hopes that it wouldn't be Van Lith's last game and highlighted the importance of decisions players have to make regarding their futures. "Everybody is different, and everybody has to do what they're going to do," Mulkey said.

As Van Lith begins the transfer process, several programs could potentially be on her radar. The fact that she is an adidas athlete may play a role in her decision-making, with sneaker deals potentially coming into play. Iowa, where Caitlin Clark's departure creates a need for a talented point guard, could be a possible destination, as pointed out by On3's HawkeyeReport journalist Kyle Huesmann.

In addition, Van Lith previously mentioned Stanford and South Carolina as contenders during her transfer process last year. However, South Carolina already boasts star point guard MiLaysia Fulwiley, which might make a move there less likely. UConn also remains a possibility, given their returning talent. Baylor, Oregon State, and Notre Dame, all of which were in Van Lith's top eight schools during high school, could also be potential options.

Another intriguing possibility is Stanford, as the Cardinal will be looking to fill gaps left by the departures of players such as Cameron Brink and Hannah Jump. The proximity to Van Lith's hometown of Wenatchee, Washington, and the opportunity to play under the guidance of head coach Tara VanDerveer could make Stanford an appealing choice.

Syracuse, Ohio State, and UCLA are also said to be potential landing spots for Van Lith, as these programs are losing high-volume playmaking guards. Ultimately, finding the right program fit will be a top priority for Van Lith as she evaluates her options.

Two additional intriguing options to consider are USC and Kentucky. USC's Juju Watkins, the reigning USBWA National Freshman of the Year, is expected to return for her sophomore season and teaming up with Van Lith would create a formidable backcourt combination. With former Virginia Tech head coach Kenny Brooks now in charge at Kentucky, the Wildcats could make a strong pitch to Van Lith, especially with VT shooting guard Georgia Amoore entering the transfer portal earlier this week.

Hailey Van Lith's decision to enter the transfer portal opens up a world of possibilities for her final year of eligibility. With her impressive basketball skills and previous success at Louisville, she is sure to garner attention from various programs across the country. As she embarks on this process, her aim will be to find the perfect fit that allows her to showcase her talents and position herself as a potential lottery pick in the WNBA draft.