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Charlie Baker's NCAA Expansion Plan Faces Criticism

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/pj-haggerty/6112">PJ Haggerty</a> entered the transfer portal late Thursday and became a top player available. The star guard put together a career year at Memphis this season, averaging 21.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. Expect top teams to look for every avenue to land the talented playmaker.
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1) G PJ Haggerty, Memphis

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/bennett-stirtz/78841">Bennett Stirtz</a> announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Tuesday night. The six-foot-four guard averaged 19.2 points, 5.7 assists, and 4.3 rebounds in 35 starts during his lone season at Drake. Now, the talented playmaker plans to follow his head coach, Ben McCollum, to his new gig with the Iowa Hawkeyes. 
Update: Stirtz committed to Iowa

2) G Bennett Stirtz, (Drake -> Iowa)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/rj-luis/13222">RJ Luis Jr.</a> transferred to St. John’s in 2023 after a solid freshman season at UMass. The guard continued his development with the Red Storm and put together a career year this past season, averaging 18.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, and two assists. Following an upset loss to Arkansas in the Round of 32, the six-foot-seven guard has opted to enter the transfer portal seeking a fresh start. In addition to his decision to enter the portal, Luis Jr. will test the waters in the NBA Draft process.

3) G RJ Luis Jr., St. John's

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/donovan-dent/5380">Donovan Dent</a> has spent three seasons at New Mexico, where he's developed into one of the best scorers in the nation. The versatile guard averaged 20.3 points and 6.4 assists, shooting 49% from field goal range and 40.9% from three this past year. 
Update: Dent committed to UCLA.

4) G Donovan Dent, (New Mexico -> UCLA)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/boogie-fland/69340">Boogie Fland</a> immediately becomes a top player available after deciding to enter the transfer portal on Tuesday. The six-foot-two guard averaged 13.5 points, 5.1 assists, and 3.2 rebounds in his freshman season at Arkansas. Fland tested the NBA Draft, but decided to return to college for a sophomore season, specifically the SEC. However, it won't be with John Calipari, as he's joining the Florida Gators.

5) G Boogie Fland, (Arkansas --> Florida)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/jakobi-gillespie/11421">Ja'Kobi Gillespie</a> spent two seasons at Belmont before transferring to Maryland ahead of the 2024 season. The guard put together a career year, averaging 14.7 points, 4.8 assists, and 2.8 rebounds, while shooting 45.3% from field goal range and 40.7% from three. Gillespie was one of the biggest keys for the Terrapins' deep run in the NCAA Tournament, which alone will be a big reason why multiple teams target him in the transfer portal.

6) G Ja'Kobi Gillespie, (Maryland -> Tennessee)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/yaxel-lendeborg/8747">Yaxel Lendeborg</a> spent two seasons at UAB, where he quickly became a key player for the Blazers. The six-foot-nine forward averaged 17.7 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 4.2 assists while shooting 52.2% from field goal range and 35.7% from three. Lendeborg will enter the transfer portal and also test his stock in the NBA Draft.

7) F Yaxel Lendeborg, (UAB -> Michigan)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/darrion-williams/15740">Darrion Williams</a> started his college journey at Nevada before transferring to Texas Tech after his freshman season. Since joining the Red Raiders, the versatile forward has developed into a two-way star. After a career-year averaging 15.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.3 steals, The star forward had plenty of options in the portal, including the NBA Draft. It came down to Kansas or NC State, and Will Wade one his biggest recruiting battle since taking over the Wolfpack.

8) F Darrion Williams, (Texas Tech --> NC State)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/ryan-conwell/6175">Ryan Conwell</a> is anything but new to entering the transfer portal. The six-foot guard has played for three teams in three years. Now, he enters the portal after a strong season at Xavier, averaging 16.5 points per game in 34 starts. Expect multiple teams to be interested in Conwell in the portal.
Update: Conwell committed to Louisville.

9) G Ryan Conwell, (Xavier -> Louisville)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/tucker-devries/12271">Tucker DeVries</a> spent three seasons at Drake before transferring to West Virginia to play under his father, Darian DeVries. After the oldest DeVries took the head coaching job at Indiana, the Mountaineers guard quickly entered the transfer portal with a "Do Not Contact" designation next to his name. Now, he lands with the Hoosiers.
Update: DeVries committed to Indiana.

10) SF Tucker DeVries, (West Virginia -> Indiana)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/bryce-hopkins/9969">Bryce Hopkins</a> began his college journey at Kentucky before transferring to Providence after one season with the Wildcats. Since joining his new squad, the forward has proven he's one of the top players in the nation, and at one time, he was considered the best player in his position. After starting and playing in only three games for the Friars this season, Hopkins will enter next season looking to prove he's still a top player.
Update: Hopkins committed to St. John's.

11) PF Bryce Hopkins, (Providence -> St. John's)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/jamir-watkins/14038">Jamir Watkins</a> made headlines on Wednesday with his decision to enter the transfer portal. The six-foot-seven guard averaged 18.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists at Florida State this past season. Watkins's “Do Not Contact” resignation accompanying his entry means his next team has likely already been decided.

12) G Jamir Watkins, Florida State

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/tyon-grant-foster/15665">Tyon Grant-Foster's</a> s story is one of the most inspiring ones in sports right now. The WAC Player of the Year collapsed twice in the past two years, with the first incident occurring at halftime of his debut with DePaul. After being cleared this past March, he has emerged as one of the top mid-major talents in the country and a legitimate All-American candidate ahead of next season. Given his size and feel for the game, it would be no surprise if he were given some interest during his draft process, and we wouldn't be surprised to see him go in at least the second round next season when he re-enters the player pool.

13) Tyon Grant-Foster, Grand Canyon

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/xaivian-lee/15959">Xaivian Lee</a> has spent the last three seasons at Princeton, where he's consistently impressed. The six-foot-four guard averaged 16.0 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 5.5 assists in 30 starts for the Tigers this past year. Lee has already gained interest from multiple top teams, but his education will also be a deciding factor in his decision.

14) G Xaivian Lee, (Princeton -> Florida)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/robert-o-wright/68997">Robert Wright III</a> committed to Baylor as a top prospect in his recruiting class. The guard impressed during his freshman season with the Bears, averaging 11.5 points, 4.2 assists, and 2.1 rebounds, while shooting 41.4% from field goal range and 35.2% from three. Wright III was expected to stay at Baylor, but after a shocking decision to enter the portal, he immediately became a top available player.

15) G Robert Wright III, Baylor

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/ian-jackson/78355">Ian Jackson</a> made headlines on Monday after announcing his decision to enter the transfer portal. The former five-star recruit averaged 11.9 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 0.9 assists, shooting 45.6% from field goal range and 39.5% from three. Jackson immediately became a top player in the market.

16) G Ian Jackson, (North Carolina -> St. John's)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/jayden-quaintance/68978">Jayden Quaintance</a> committed to Arizona State as a five-star recruit. The versatile forward played in 24 games with the Sun Devils this past season, averaging 9.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.5 assists, while shooting 52.5% from field goal range. After a season-ending ACL tear cut his freshman year short, Quaintance opted to enter the transfer portal, where he assured teams he will be able to play by September. Now, he lands at Kentucky.

17) F Jayden Quaintance, (Arizona State -> Kentucky)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/adrian-wooley/69601">Adrian Wooley</a> enters the portal after an impressive freshman campaign at Kennesaw State, where he averaged 18.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists, while shooting 51.2% from field goal range and 42.2% from three. At six-foot-five, the guard can score on any area of the court, and his ability to serve as a reliable facilitator will make him a top target in the transfer portal for many teams.
Update: Wooley committed to Louisville.

18) G Adrian Wooley, (Kenesaw State -> Louisville)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/oscar-cluff/6315">Oscar Cluff</a> transferred to South Dakota state ahead of the 2024 season after one solid year at Washington State in 2023. The big man took full advantage of his fresh start putting together a career-year, averaging a double-double with 17.6 points and 12.3 rebounds on 63.4% shooting from the floor. For team's looking for a versatile front court option, Cluff could be their guy.
Update: Cluff committed to Purdue.

19) PF Oscar Cluff, (South Dakota State -> Purdue)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/malik-reneau/13319">Malik Reneau</a> spent three seasons at Indiana, where he developed into a more than reliable frontcourt option for the Hoosiers. However, with head coach Mike Woodson stepping down from the program, the forward decided that a fresh start in the transfer portal would be best for him and his career. Expect Reneau to have plenty of options to choose from.
Update: Reneau committed to Miami.

20) PF Malik Reneau, (Indiana -> Miami)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/isaac-mckneely/8181">Isaac McKneely</a> spent three seasons at Virginia and he put his name on the map after a breakout year for the Cavaliers this past season. The guard averaged 14.4 points, while shooting 43.9% from field goal range manning UVA's backcourt. Expect him to be a top target for many teams in the portal.

21) G Isaac McKneely, (Virginia -> Louisville)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/josh-dix/13099">Josh Dix</a> is another talented player who is entering the transfer portal out of Iowa. The versatile guard averaged 14.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.8 assists while shooting 50.7% from field goal range and 42.2% from beyond the arc. Between his size and knockdown shooting, Dix will be a priority for nearly every team in the nation.

22) SG Josh Dix, (Iowa -> Creighton)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/silas-demary/7835">Silas Demary Jr</a>. entered the portal after a strong sophomore season at Georgia. The six-foot-five guard was the Bulldogs' second leading scorer, averaging 13.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists. The guard needs to work on being more of an efficient scorer, and if he can do that at his next stop, he could be a steal during the portal cycle.

23) G Silas Demary Jr., (Georgia -> UConn)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/chad-baker-mazara/4666">Chad Baker-Mazara</a> is one of the oldest prospects in college basketball. After a breakout season at Auburn, averaging 12.3 points, three rebounds, and 2.7 assists, shooting 44.8% from field goal range and 38.1% from three in 38 games with the Tigers. Baker-Mazara will immediately become a priority target for top teams.

24) G Chad Baker-Mazara, (Auburn -> USC)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/rodney-rice/59982">Rodney Rice</a> transferred to Maryland after spending his freshman season at Virginia Tech. The guard put together a career-year with the Terrapins, averaging 13.8 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists, shooting 43.4% from field goal range and 37.4% from three. Now, he adds his name to the transfer portal.

25) G Rodney Rice, (Maryland -> USC)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/morez-johnson/69023">Morez Johnson Jr.</a> added his name to the portal after one season at Illinois. The forward mainly served as a bench piece for the Fighting Illini this past season, but in 17.7 minutes per game, the freshman averaged seven points and 6.7 rebounds. Johnson Jr. stays in the Big Ten as he joins the Michigan Wolverines.

26) C Morez Johnson Jr., (Illinois--> Michigan)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/cedric-coward/8074">Cedric Coward</a> became one of the top players to enter the portal during this cycle. The talented guard averaged 17.7 points, seven rebounds, and 3.7 assists, shooting 55.7% from field goal range and 40% from three in the six games he played at WSU this season. Coward now joins one of the top Blue Chip programs in the nation as he heads to the ACC to join Jon Scheyer at Duke, while also going through the NBA Draft process.
UPDATE: Coward stays in the NBA Draft and forgoes his college eligibility.

27) G Cedric Coward, (Washington State -> Duke)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/andrej-stojakovic/8988">Andrej Stojakovic</a> immediately became one of the top players available in the transfer portal. The son of NBA legend Peja Stojakovic averaged 17.9 points and 4.7 rebounds at Cal this past season. With multiple seasons of eligibility left, the six-foot-seven guard will have plenty of top teams in pursuit.

28) F Andrej Stojakovic, (Cal -> Illinois)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/dedan-thomas/8991">Dedan Thomas Jr.</a> quickly made a name for himself during his freshman season at UNLV and carried his strong production into his sophomore year. The versatile guard averaged 15.6 points, 4.7 assists, and two rebounds for the Rebels in 26 starts this season, which is enough film to have him as the top available player. Thomas Jr. will likely land with a top program.

29) PG Dedan Thomas Jr., (UNLV -> LSU)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/moustapha-thiam/68981">Moustapha Thiam</a> impressed during his freshman year at UCF. In 34 starts, the seven-foot-two center averaged 10.4 points and 6.4 rebounds. Now, he heads to Cincinnati where he plans to continue his development.

30) C Moustapha Thiam, (UCF -> Cincinnati)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/owen-freeman/13108">Owen Freeman</a> quickly became one of the top available players in the transfer portal. The big man put together another impressive season at Iowa this year, averaging 16.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in each of his 19 starts with the Hawkeyes. 
Update: Freeman committed to Creighton.

31) C Owen Freeman, (Iowa-> Creighton)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/wesley-yates/14949">Wesley Yates III</a> announced his decision to enter the transfer portal over the weekend after spending one season at USC. In his lone year as a Trojan, the talented guard averaged 14.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.8 assists. Yates III entered the portal with a “Do Not Contact” resignation next to his name, but he still becomes one of the top players available.

32) G Wesley Yates III, (USC -> Washington)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/joson-sanon/68979">Joson Sanon</a> impressed during his freshman season at Arizona State, averaging 11.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, and one assist in 27 games. Following the season, the guard entered the transfer portal and quickly found a new home at St. John's.

33) G Joson Sanon, (Arizona State -> St. John's)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/zeke-mayo/9316">Zeke Mayo</a> started his college career at San Diego State before transferring to Kansas before his senior season. The six-foot-four guard quickly became a key player for the Jayhawks, starting in 32 of his 34 games. Mayo averaged 14.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in his lone year at Kansas, and now enters the transfer portal, where he'll quickly gain interest. If Mayo can get an extra season of eligibility, he'd be a big time addition for whoever lands him.

34) G Zeke Mayo, Kansas

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/pop-isaacs/15746">Pop Isaacs</a> spent two seasons at Texas Tech before transferring to Creighton ahead of the 2024 season. The talented guard quickly looked like he could be the piece to help the Bluejays make a run, averaging 16.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists in eight starts with the team. However, after a season-ending knee injury cut his tenure with Creighton short, the dynamic scorer is in the portal again.

35) G Pop Isaacs, (Creighton -> Houston)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/dailyn-swain/4759">Dailyn Swain</a> is one of the more interesting prospects in the portal. After a solid season at Xavier, where he averaged 11 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 33 starts, the guard announced his decision to enter the portal. Between his size at six-foot-eight and the flashes of potential he showed with the Musketeers, expect Swain to have plenty of options.
Update: Swain committed to Texas.

36) SF Dailyn Swain, (Xavier -> Texas)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/desmond-claude/4758">Desmond Claude</a> transferred to USC after a breakout sophomore season at Xavier. The six-foot-six guard averaged 15.8 points, 4.2 assists, and 3.5 rebounds, shooting 48.2% from field goal range and 30.7% from three in his lone season with the Trojans. After entering the portal once again on the final day of the cycle, Claude will have a robust market.

37) G Desmond Claude, USC

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/nick-davidson/8696">Nick Davidson</a> adds his name to an already loaded transfer portal class. The forward put together a career year, averaging 15.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2.8 assists while shooting 50% from field goal range and 37.1% from beyond the arc in 33 starts. Davidson has drawn interest from multiple top teams, but one squad that makes the most sense is Kentucky. With the opportunity to play under Mark Pope, the forward could develop his game to the next level in the Wildcats' system, which utilizes their wings and bigs.

38) F Nick Davidson, (Nevada -> Clemson)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/henri-veesaar/11207">Henri Veesaar</a> enters the transfer portal after spending the last two seasons at Arizona. The seven foot forward averaged 9.4 points, five rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 37 games for the Wildcats this past season. Veesaar now hits the portal with a team in mind.

39) C Henri Veesaar, (Arizona -> North Carolina)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/lamar-wilkerson/8944">Lamar Wilkerson</a> made a statement this past season at Sam Houston, averaging 20.5 points, four rebounds, and 2.1 assists. Wilkerson proved to be a reliable scorer and did it efficiently, shooting 47.7% from the floor and 44.5% from three. Wilkerson is in contact with many blue-chip programs and a decision is expected to come after the Final Four.

40) G Lamar Wilkerson, (Sam Houston -> Indiana)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/lejuan-watts/8066">LeJuan Watts</a> transferred to Washington State before the 2024 season and quickly capitalized on his fresh start. The six-foot-six forward averaged 13.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.4 assists, shooting 54.9% from field goal range and 42.2% from beyond the arc. Watts will have a robust market.

41) F LeJuan Watts, (Washington State -> Texas Tech)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/keyshawn-hall/15070">Keyshawn Hall</a> is no stranger to the transfer portal as he’s played for three teams throughout his first three years of college basketball. The Ohio native spent this past season at UCF, averaging 18.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 33 starts. Now, Hall enters the portal once again, where he’s expected to be a top target for multiple top teams.

42) F Keyshawn Hall, (UCF -> Auburn)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/zvonimir-ivisic/5701">Zvonimir Ivisic</a> initially committed to Kentucky, but only played in 15 games due to eligibility reasons. The seven-foot-two forward followed head coach John Calipari to Arkansas in the transfer portal last offseason, where he averaged 8.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks on the season. Looking to prove he's more impactful than his stats show, Ivisic joins his brother at Illinois.

43) F Zvonimir Ivisic, (Arkansas -> Illinois)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/nijel-pack/9872">Nijel Pack</a> has had quite the college career up to this point. The guard started his career at Kansas State, where he quickly impressed with the Wildcats. The playmaker transferred to Miami, hoping to build on his strong play, but Pack decided to return to Miami for another year after a decline in production. However, in his third season with the Hurricanes, Pack only suited up for nine games. Now, he enters the transfer portal seeking yet another fresh start.

44) G Nijel Pack, Miami

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/alvaro-folgueiras/9038">Alvaro Folgueiras</a> took a big second-year leap at Robert Morris this past season. The six-foot-nine forward averaged 14.1 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists, shooting 54.8% from field goal range and 41.3% from three. Considering his improved play, he's drawn plenty of interest in the portal.

45) F Alvaro Folgueiras, (Robert Morris -> Iowa)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/pharrel-payne/15782">Pharrel Payne</a> transferred to Texas A&amp;M last offseason after spending his first two years of college at Minnesota. The six-foot-nine forward put together a career-year with the Aggies, averaging 10.4 points and 5.1 rebounds. Payne entered the portal shortly after the team lost their head coach Buzz Williams and now lands alongside him at Maryland.

46) F Pharrel Payne, (Texas A&M -> Maryland)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/derrion-reid/69338">Derrion Reid</a> enters the transfer portal after spending one season at Alabama. The six-foot-eight forward showed flashes in his lone year with the Crimson Tide, but in a limited role. Reid hopes to find an expanded role and joins an SEC foe in Oklahoma.

47) F Derrion Reid, (Alabama-> Oklahoma)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/keshawn-murphy/11545">KeShawn Murphy</a> spent the last three seasons at Mississippi State, where he’s shown improvement each year. The forward enters the portal after a career season, averaging 11.7 points and 7.4 rebounds off the bench. Murphy joins an SEC rival in Auburn ahead of next season.

48) F KeShawn Murphy, (Mississippi State -> Auburn)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/michael-rataj/8042">Michael Rataj</a> has played for the Oregon State Beavers for the last three seasons. After a breakout year averaging 16.9 points, 7.2 rebounds, and two assists per game, the versatile forward announced his decision to enter the transfer portal. The German product was a top target for many teams, but after mulling his options, the forward lands at Baylor.

49) F Michael Rataj, (Oregon State -> Baylor)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/obi-agbim/69939">Obi Agbim</a> showed out in his lone season at Wyoming, averaging 17.6 points, 3.4 assists, and 3.2 rebounds while shooting 46.9% from the floor. The versatile scorer enters the portal looking to prove he can compete with the top teams and may get the chance to do that very well. Keep an eye out for Agbim.

50) SG Obi Agbim, (Wyoming -> Baylor)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/dillon-mitchell/9302">Dillon Mitchell</a> initially committed to Texas as a highly recruited prospect out of high school. The six-foot-eight forward transferred to Cincinnati ahead of last season, but after one year with the Bearcats, the Florida native enters the portal once again. Mitchell joins a talented portal class to commit to St. John's.

51) F Dillon Mitchell, (Cincinatti -> St. John's)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/aday-mara/15177">Aday Mara</a> adds his name to the list of available big men in the transfer portal. The seven-foot-three center averaged 6.4 points and four rebounds in 13 minutes per game at UCLA. Now, he finds himself in the transfer portal seeking a more significant role elsewhere. The big man lands at Michigan.

52) C Aday Mara, (UCLA -> Michigan)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/reed-bailey/6102">Reed Bailey</a> has spent three seasons at Davidson, where he's improved each year. The forward put together an impressive junior campaign, averaging 18.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 3.8 assists, while shooting 47.7% from field goal range and 41.5% from beyond the arc. Multiple teams will be interested in the stretch big as he opens up his recruitment in the portal.

53) F Reed Bailey, (Davidson -> Indiana)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/nick-boyd/13489">Nick Boyd</a> began his college journey at FAU, where he spent three years before transferring to San Diego State ahead of the 2024 season. The guard impressed with the Aztecs putting together a career-year before opting to enter the transfer portal. Looking to prove he can flourish in the right system, Boyd will re-open his recruitment to land in the best spot for his basketball career.

54) G Nick Boyd, (San Diego State -> Washington)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/jaland-lowe/5880">Jaland Lowe</a> looked like an absolute star during his sophomore season at Pittsburgh. The six-foot-three guard averaged 16.8 points, 5.5 assists, and 4.2 rebounds in 31 starts for the Panthers. After the season ended, the talented playmaker entered the transfer portal, quickly finding a home with Mark Pope at Kentucky.

55) G Jaland Lowe (Pitt -> Kentucky)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/elliot-cadeau/15123">Elliot Cadeau</a> spent two seasons at North Carolina. The six-foot-one guard averaged 9.4 points, 6.2 assists, and 2.9 rebounds in 37 starts with the Tar Heels this past season. Now, Cadeau becomes one of the latest entrants to the portal with a "Do Not Contact" designation alongside his name.
Update: Cadeau committed to Michigan.

56) G Elliot Cadeau (North Carolina -> Michigan)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/mackenzie-mgbako/13310">Mackenzie Mgbako</a> was one of the few bright spots for the Indiana Hoosiers throughout this rough season. The six-foot-nine forward averaged 12.2 points and 4.6 rebounds in the starting lineup for the team, but after a head coaching change for IU, the sophomore decided a fresh start would be what's best for him and his career.

57) SF Mackenzie Mgbako, (Indiana -> Texas A&M)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/aj-storr/13459">AJ Storr</a> was a highly recruited player coming out of high school. The guard has spent each of his first three seasons with different teams, but his best year came in 2023-24 at Wisconsin, where he averaged 16.8 points as a full-time starter for the Badgers. After a down year at Kansas, Storr enters the portal searching for his fourth team.

58) G AJ Storr, (Kansas -> Ole Miss)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/tae-davis/10069">Tae Davis</a> began his college career at Seton Hall before transferring to Notre Dame ahead of the 2023 season. The forward broke out this past year with the Fighting Irish, averaging 15.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 33 starts. After entering the portal, Davis will have plenty of suitors.

59) F Tae Davis, (Notre Dame -> Oklahoma)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/jason-edwards/4917">Jason Edwards</a> adds his name to the transfer portal after a more than solid season at Vanderbilt in 2024. The guard averaged 17 points, two rebounds, and 1.3 assists on the year. Edwards will enter the portal, while also doing his due diligence about the possibility of declaring for the NBA Draft.

60) G Jason Edwards, (Vanderbilt -> Providence)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/kj-lewis/11204">KJ Lewis</a> took a solid jump in his sophomore season at Arizona. The six-foot-four guard averaged 10.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.3 steals in 37 games with the Wildcats this season. Looking for a sizable role elsewhere, Lewis enters his name into the transfer portal.

61) G KJ Lewis, (Arizona -> Georgetown)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/jalil-bethea/69575">Jalil Bethea</a> committed to Miami as a five-star recruit out of high school. The six-foot-five guard averaged 7.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in his lone season with the Hurricanes and now enters the portal seeking a fresh start. Expect the playmaker to have plenty of top teams interested in his services.

62) G Jalil Bethea, (Miami -> Alabama)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/naithan-george/4842">Naithan George</a> spent the last two seasons at Georgia Tech before opting to enter the transfer portal. The sophomore averaged 12.3 points, 6.5 assists, and 4.2 rebounds on the season, showcasing his versatility with the Yellow Jackets. Georgia in the SEC would be an interesting fit to consider.

63) G Naithan George, (Georgia Tech -> Syracuse)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/kam-williams/69178">Kam Williams</a> impressed during his freshman season at Tulane. The six-foot-eight playmaker averaged 9.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists, while shooting 48.5% from field goal range and 41.2% from three. Williams now joins Mark Pope at Kentucky ahead of next season.

64) G/F Kam Williams (Tulane -> Kentucky)

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/nate-johnson/8196">Nate Johnson</a> made headlines with his late decision to enter the transfer portal. The six-foot-three guard won MAC Player of the Year this past season after a breakout with the Zips, averaging 14 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.4 assists. Johnson will immediately become a top target for teams looking to bolster their backcourt.

65) G Nate Johnson, Akron

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/cbb/players/gabriel-pozzato/69849">Gabriel Pozzato</a> impressed quickly in his first season at Evansville averaging 14.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 24 starts. The versatile forward quickly elected to enter the transfer portal, where he hopes to get an opportunity to prove he can make the same impact on a top program. Considering what he showcased on film, he may get that opportunity.

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