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Commits to Minnesota Palmer is transferring to Minnesota, per Joe Tipton of On3.com.

Impact Palmer is joining the Gophers from Villanova, where he averaged 4.6 points and 1.7 rebounds across 33 games. He spnet the 2024 campaign with Maryland and has two years of eligibility remaining.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving Villanova Palmer will enter the transfer portal, per Sam Kayser of League Ready.

Impact Palmer spent his freshman year at Maryland, where he was a small factor off the bench, averaging 1.6 points and 1.4 rebounds. In his sophomore season at Villanova, he remained largely a bench option but took strides, averaging 4.6 points and 1.7 rebounds. As a junior, he'll look to continue his growth with his third program in three seasons.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 10 Wednesday Palmer posted 10 points (3-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 76-57 win over DePaul.

Impact Palmer made his first start of the season Wednesday, replacing Matthew Hodge (knee) who is out for the remainder of the season. He did fairly well with the opportunity as he scored 10 points and grabbed five rebounds, although he did not shoot the ball particularly well. He figures to start again in the regular season finale versus Xavier and could continue to start in the postseason depending on how well he plays.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Malachi Palmer steals and finishes TOUGH fastbreak dunk, extending Villanova's lead over Creighton

Malachi Palmer steals and finishes TOUGH fastbreak dunk, extending Villanova's lead over Creighton

FEBRUARY 14 • FOX SPORTS

Shines in Wednesday's victory Palmer amassed 15 points (5-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 72-60 win over Seton Hall.

Impact Palmer had his best outing of the season Wednesday as he set season highs in points (15) and rebounds (six). He had only scored double digits once before this season, so this performance came out of nowhere. He hit three three-pointers, another season high, and added one assist and two offensive rebounds. He's seen an increase in minutes played over the last six contests, so this type of performance is more realistic for him moving forward.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Perkins scores 18 in Villanova's 72-60 victory against Seton Hall

Led by Tyler Perkins' 18 points, the Villanova Wildcats defeated the Seton Hall Pirates 72-60 on Wednesday

FEBRUARY 5 • Associated Press

Malachi Palmer hits a corner three, extending Vilanova's lead over UConn

Malachi Palmer hits a corner three, extending Vilanova's lead over UConn

JANUARY 24 • FOX SPORTS

Scores 10 in Tuesday's win Palmer closed Tuesday's 88-82 victory over Providence with 10 points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound and two steals across 24 minutes.

Impact Palmer scored a season-high 10 points off the bench Tuesday, coinciding with his season-high 24 minutes off the bench. He made four of his six shots from the field and hit his lone free throw attempt in his efficient day shooting the ball. He also tied a season-high with two steals.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Maryland losses in the portal continue in the weeks following Sweet 16

The Maryland exodus highlighted by coach Kevin Willard leaving his Sweet 16 program for Villanova has trickled down to the roster

APRIL 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Committing to Villanova Palmer has committed to play for Villanova for the 2025-26 season, per Dushawn London of 247Sports.com.

Impact Palmer previously entered the NCAA transfer portal following the departure of former head coach Kevin Willard. The 6-foot-6 wing played a minimal role with the Terrapins in his freshman season, averaging 1.6 points in just 8.2 minutes per game. He will retain three years of eligibility with Villanova moving forward.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets involved in rout Palmer closed with five points (2-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 14 minutes during Tuesday's 111-57 win over Saint Francis U.

Impact Palmer chipped in five points, three rebounds, an assist and a steal as the Terrapins took down the Red Flash on Tuesday. The 6-foot-6 freshman has seen action in 10 games this season, averaging 3.3 points, 2.7 rebounds and 0.5 assists on 13.2 minutes per game. Palmer has been productive in limited minutes during his freshman campaign.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE