Articles by David Evans (190)
College basketball’s 2025 transfer portal isn’t just shifting rosters, it reshaping the economics of the sport. Several players changed schools with NIL packages that sur NBA rookie salaries. Here’s a look at the five biggest confirmed or reported transfer deals from the 2025 portal cycle. Top 5 NIL Deals from 2025 Transfer Portal Player Previous […]
Denzel Aberdeen is in the portal after three seasons with Florida, and sources indicate Alabama is in the lead to land the 6’5″ guard. He averaged 7.7 points in under 20 minutes per game for the national runner-up Gators and was expected to take on a bigger role next season before entering the portal. Why […]
Ian Jackson is in the portal after an uneven freshman year at UNC. The former 5-star recruit shot nearly 40% from deep and averaged 11.9 points, but never really found rhythm in a role that didn’t suit him. Now, he’s looking for a better fit — and St. John’s has emerged as the most likely […]
Malique Ewin hasn’t announced anything official yet, but the signs are all pointing to Arkansas. The 6-foot-11 forward was in Fayetteville for a visit this Monday, and by all s, it went extremely well. Sources close to the situation say Ewin was impressed by everything from the facilities to the coaching staff’s plan for his […]
Moustapha Thiam is in the transfer portal after an impressive freshman season at UCF. The 7-foot-2 shot-blocker averaged 10.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game and immediately became one of the most intriguing bigs available. While several Power Five programs are circling, Indiana looks like the favorites to land the big man—followed by […]
Cedric Coward is one of the most sought-after names left in the college basketball transfer portal. After a breakout year at Washington State, his recruitment has drawn interest from several high-major programs. But according to recent reports, Alabama is now the frontrunner, with Kansas and Washington trailing. Even though the NBA is on the table […]
Liam Murphy’s visit to Purdue has fueled speculation that a commitment may be coming soon. The 6’7″ sharpshooter just wrapped up a strong 2024–25 season at North Florida and entered the portal as a graduate transfer in March. With Purdue looking to fill holes on the wing and add shooting, Murphy looks like a logical […]
Xaivian Lee is one of the most intriguing names in the transfer portal. The 6’4″ guard from Princeton averaged 16.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 5.5 assists last season, earning First-Team All-Ivy honors. After recording two triple-doubles—an unprecedented mark in program history—he’s now looking to raise his profile at a high-major program. Kansas Basketball Is The […]
Mackenzie Mgbako is back in the transfer portal, and two of college basketball’s biggest names—Kentucky and Kansas—are leading the chase. Mgbako, a 6-foot-8 forward who averaged 12.2 points and over 4 rebounds per game at Indiana, is one of the most sought-after players available. He brings size, shooting range, and positional flexibility. That’s exactly what […]
North Carolina basketball coach Hubert Davis has come under fire following another early exit from the NCAA Tournament. Could UNC be forced to fire its basketball coach next season following another string of transfer portal losses and roster mismanagement? Find out why UNC could opt to buyout Davis’ contract after next season if the Tar […]