2026 Ohio State Basketball Transfer Portal Tracker: Devin Royal, Taison Chatman, Gabe Cupps and Colin White Set to Depart As Pressure Mounts
Key Points:
- Ohio State must replace about half of its basketball roster this offseason, including key departures such as Devin Royal, who entered the transfer portal.
- Five-star recruit Anthony Thompson is expected to fill the small forward position vacated by Royal.
- The Buckeyes have critical needs at starting guard, center, and depth positions to remain competitive.
- Several players have entered the transfer portal, including G Taison Chatman, G Gabe Cupps, F Devin Royal, and F Colin White, all contributing varying stats last season.
- With Michigan winning the national championship and the Big Ten sending six teams to the Sweet 16, Ohio State faces increased pressure to rebuild effectively amid rising conference competition.