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Transfer portal winners: Louisville, Duke, St. Johns

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Kentucky's Milan Momcilovic and Louisville's Flory Bidunga lead standout transfer additions. Louisville, Tennessee, and St. John's boast top classes. Duke and St. John's improved title chances most. Providence and Xavier flipped from losing to winning records. read more


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Tennessee tops ESPNs 2026 transfer class rankings

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Tennessee tops men's basketball transfer rankings with eight additions, including seven double-figure scorers. Louisville and Texas follow, while Kentucky's class rose after landing Milan Momcilovic. Duke and Michigan also secured key transfers. read more

Top 100 newcomers set to shape 2026 playoff picture

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Ranking college football's top 100 newcomers for 2026 highlights transfer quarterbacks and freshmen crucial for playoff runs, with Josh Hoover, Cam Coleman, and Sam Leavitt leading a talent-rich list across top programs like Indiana, Texas, and LSU. read more

Top Transfer Milan Momcilovic Commits to Kentucky

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Former Iowa State star Milan Momcilovic, the top transfer portal player, committed to Kentucky over Louisville and Arizona. The 6-foot-8 junior shot an NCAA-best 48.7% from three, averaging 16.9 points, boosting Kentucky's top-25 roster outlook. read more

Top Transfer Prospect Momcilovic Withdraws from NBA Draft

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Milan Momcilovic withdrew from the NBA draft and will return to college. The elite Iowa State transfer shooter, averaging 16.9 points, is now the top portal target for Kentucky, Louisville, St. John's, and Arizona. read more

Transfer portal kills college football QB competitions

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College football's transfer portal has reshaped QB competitions as teams invest millions in experienced passers, leaving fewer true battles. Coaches often name starters early to build leadership. Alabama's Keelon Russell vs. Austin Mack remains a key exception. read more

Oklahoma State dominates womens basketball transfer portal

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Oklahoma State leads women’s basketball transfer portal winners with Audi Crooks and Liv McGill. Tennessee rebuilds with 13 newcomers after a mass exodus, while Florida and Georgia start fresh under new coaches. read more

College basketball roster turnover reaches record levels

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NCAA basketball rosters are rapidly changing post-championship, with over 2,700 players entering the transfer portal. Michigan returns Elliot Cadeau and Trey McKenney for 2026-27, while programs nationwide rebuild through transfers and recruits. read more

Miami tops college football offseason rankings

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Indiana coach Curt Cignetti secured top transfers while prepping for playoffs. Miami poached QB Darian Mensah from Duke. USC signed the No. 1 recruiting class. Offseason moves blur with season, reshaping rosters via portal, retention, and coaching changes. read more

South Carolina tops womens basketball way-too-early Top 25

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South Carolina rises to No. 1 after transfer portal additions, while UCLA and TCU re-enter the top 25 following roster rebuilds. JuJu Watkins' return boosts USC, and Oklahoma State gains top transfers Audi Crooks and Liv McGill. read more

Shaquille ONeals daughter joins Kentucky from portal

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Kentucky landed Florida transfer Me'Arah O'Neal, Shaquille O'Neal's youngest daughter. The 6-foot-4 forward averaged 13.4 points and 6.4 rebounds last season. She joins a Wildcats team returning key players and a strong recruiting class for 2026-27. read more

Michigan lands 7-foot-2 transfer Thiam

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Michigan lands 7-foot-2 Cincinnati transfer Moustapha Thiam, ESPN's No. 11 portal player. He averaged 18 points and 10.4 rebounds late last season. Thiam joins Dusty May's rebuilt frontcourt alongside Estrella and Reed after key departures. read more

Lithuanian Star Murauskas Follows Bennett to Arizona State

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Paulius Murauskas, a top transfer from Saint Mary's, is joining former coach Randy Bennett at Arizona State. The forward emphasized trusting the people, not just money, in his decision. He averaged 18.4 points last season. read more

Lopez Finds Fresh Air at Wake Forest After UNC Turmoil

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Quarterback Gio Lopez transferred from South Alabama to North Carolina for a high-profile role under Bill Belichick. The experience proved stressful and disappointing. Now at Wake Forest, he reunites with a familiar coach and has rediscovered his joy for the game. read more

St. Johns Snags Top Transfer Donnie Freeman

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Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman, a top forward, commits to St. John's over Kentucky. The 6-foot-9 All-ACC honorable mention averaged 16.5 points and 7.2 rebounds, immediately boosting Coach Rick Pitino's frontcourt for next season. read more

Blue Bloods Face Monumental Offseason Rebuilds

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Kansas, Kentucky, and North Carolina face major roster rebuilds after early NCAA tournament exits. Heavy transfer portal reliance and NBA departures force overhauls. Key recruit Tyran Stokes is a top target for Kansas and Kentucky, while UNC seeks to retain Henri Veesaar. read more

Star Audi Crooks Transfers to Oklahoma State

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Star center Audi Crooks, ESPN's top transfer, commits to Oklahoma State for her final season. The former Iowa State standout averaged 25.8 PPG last year and will remain in the Big 12. read more

Top Transfer Robert Wright III Returns to BYU

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BYU point guard Robert Wright III, the top transfer portal player, will return to the Cougars after a Kentucky visit. The All-Big 12 guard averaged 18.1 points last season, providing a major boost for coach Kevin Young. read more

Illinois Lands Top Transfer Guard Stefan Vaaks

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Stefan Vaaks, a top-10 transfer from Providence, commits to Illinois. The 6-foot-7 Estonian averaged 15.8 points and 3.2 assists. He will help replace departing guards and continues Illinois's pipeline of European talent. read more

Louisville Lands Top Transfer Portal Duo

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Louisville landed top transfer portal players Flory Bidunga (ex-Kansas) and Jackson Shelstad (ex-Oregon), making them ACC contenders for 2026-27. The major haul signals coach Pat Kelsey's aggressive and successful portal strategy. read more

Ohio State Lands Scottie Pippens Son Justin

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Cal guard Justin Pippen, son of NBA Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen, commits to Ohio State after a breakout sophomore season. The transfer will play a key role for the Buckeyes following his time at Michigan and Cal. read more

UConn Freshman Star Eric Reibe Enters Transfer Portal

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UConn freshman center Eric Reibe, a former top-25 recruit, has entered the transfer portal. The 7-foot-1 rotation player started five games early last season but saw his role diminish during the Huskies' Final Four run. read more

Transfer Portal Opens with Record 1,000+ Entries

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The transfer portal opened after the national championship, with over 1,000 players entering quickly. A record 3,000+ entrants are expected. The list highlights top players like Kansas's breakout big man Flory Bidunga and Wisconsin scorer John Blackwell. read more

Transfer Portal Opens, Reshaping College Basketball

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The men's college basketball transfer portal is now open for 15 days after the national title game, with players announcing moves that will reshape 2026-27 rosters. News and updates on notable transfers are being tracked. read more

Connellys Top 2026 Transfer Portal Classes Revealed

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Bill Connelly highlights unique 2026 transfer portal classes, praising Oklahoma State's offensive overhaul and Indiana's strategic veteran replacements. He notes varied team-building approaches, from Colorado's plan to LSU's star acquisitions. read more

Michigans Transfer Portal Team Wins National Title

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Michigan won the 2026 national title by building a champion from transfer portal stars like Yaxel Lendeborg. Coach Dusty May fostered a selfless, trusting culture where players thrived, proving the right situation can forge a cohesive, dominant team. read more

Blackwell Enters Portal, Tests NBA Draft

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Wisconsin guard John Blackwell enters the transfer portal while testing the NBA draft. The All-Big Ten honoree seeks a program to develop his pro skills and compete for a national championship after a standout 2025-26 season. read more

Cignetti Backs Hoover After Dykes Turnover Critique

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Indiana coach Curt Cignetti defended QB Josh Hoover after TCU's Sonny Dykes highlighted his 42 turnovers. Cignetti noted Hoover now has a strong defense and run game. Hoover transferred after starting 31 games for TCU. read more

Iowa State Star Audi Crooks Enters Transfer Portal

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Iowa State women's basketball star Audi Crooks, a dominant All-American post player, is entering the transfer portal for her final collegiate season. She averaged 25.8 points this year. Nine other Cyclones are also in the portal. read more

7-Foot-9 Giant Enters Transfer Portal

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Olivier Rioux, the 7-foot-9 tallest college basketball scorer, has entered the transfer portal. The popular Florida center saw limited playing time but created viral moments, like a celebrated NCAA tournament dunk, and now seeks a new opportunity. read more

Swinney Demands NCAA Crackdown on Rampant Tampering

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Clemson coach Dabo Swinney publicly accused Ole Miss of "blatant" tampering after a signed transfer was allegedly lured away with a $1 million offer. Swinney demands NCAA consequences, highlighting widespread, unchecked transfer portal misconduct in college football. read more

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ESPN ranks the top 25 impactful transfers in men's college basketball for 2025-26, highlighting stars like Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg. These players are crucial for top teams, continuing the portal era's trend of transfers leading championship contenders. read more

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The transfer portal has reshaped college football roster building. LSU tops the 2026 newcomer rankings, blending elite high school recruits with impactful transfers like QB Sam Leavitt. Ohio State, Texas Tech, Texas, and Indiana round out the top five, emphasizing immediate contributions. read more

NCAA Proposes Harsh Transfer Portal Penalties

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The NCAA football oversight committee proposes emergency penalties for schools and coaches who circumvent transfer portal rules. Penalties include six-game coach suspensions, fines, and lost roster spots. The legislation aims to protect the established transfer window. read more

Transfer Portal Arms Race Defines 2026 Title Chase

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The transfer portal is crucial for building championship rosters. Key 2026 additions include QB Josh Hoover to Indiana, WR Cam Coleman to Texas, and QB Darian Mensah to Miami, as top programs reload talent for playoff pushes. read more

Duke, QB Mensah Settle NIL Dispute, Clearing Miami Transfer

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Duke and quarterback Darian Mensah have settled their legal dispute, clearing his transfer to Miami. The lawsuit centered on his NIL contract. Mensah, a top transfer, led Duke to an ACC title and will now join the playoff runner-up Hurricanes. read more

Top Transfer Jordan Seaton Commits to LSU

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Offensive tackle Jordan Seaton transfers from Colorado to LSU. The top-ranked lineman chose LSU over other major programs and joins their top-rated transfer class. He is a projected first-round NFL draft prospect with two seasons of eligibility. read more

Swinney Accuses Ole Miss of Blatant Tampering

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Clemson coach Dabo Swinney accused Ole Miss of blatant tampering for pursuing a player who had already enrolled at Clemson. He condemned the transfer portal's lack of consequences and called for systemic reforms to protect athletes and the sport's integrity. read more

Missouri QB Drew Pyne Enters Transfer Portal for Fourth Team

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Drew Pyne, a QB at Missouri, has entered the transfer portal as a graduate student, aiming for his fourth school after Notre Dame and Arizona State. Pyne seeks a starting role amidst competition at Missouri. read more

Olivia Miles Opts to Leave Notre Dame, Enters Transfer Portal

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Olivia Miles, Notre Dame guard and projected No. 2 WNBA draft pick, has opted to forgo the draft and enter the transfer portal instead, citing uncertainty about her future. Her decision marks a shift after a successful college basketball career. read more