College Basketball Portal Madness: How Top Programs are Shuffling Their Decks

UConn coach Dan Hurley has been busy in the transfer portal this offseason, adding key pieces to his roster as the Huskies aim to make history with a third consecutive NCAA title. After posting a cryptic photo on social media following their championship win, Hurley has been working diligently to reload his team for the upcoming season.

Among the new additions to the UConn roster are former Michigan center Tarris Reed and former Saint Mary’s star guard Aidan Mahaney, both of whom were highly sought-after transfers. The Huskies also secured a commitment from top recruit Liam McNeeley, who decommitted from Indiana to join the program.

Hurley acknowledged the impact of the transfer portal on college basketball, noting that it has allowed teams like UConn to quickly bolster their rosters with talented players. He emphasized the need for structure in navigating the portal, as teams across the country are making significant moves to improve their squads.

Other top programs, including Kentucky, Arkansas, Duke, Michigan, Indiana, Kansas, Memphis, North Carolina, North Carolina State, UCLA, and West Virginia, have also been active in the transfer market, adding key pieces to their rosters for the upcoming season.

As the transfer portal window closes, several big names are still available, including Bronny James, son of NBA legend LeBron James. The list of available transfers includes top-ranked players like Great Osobor, Norchad Omier, Kadary Richmond, and Clifford Omoruyi, who could make an immediate impact for their new teams.

With the college basketball landscape constantly evolving, teams are looking to the transfer portal to quickly improve their rosters and compete for championships. As UConn and other top programs continue to make moves, the upcoming season promises to be an exciting one for fans across the country.