College basketball transfer portal: Top 10 committed players
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Key Points:
- The NCAA transfer portal opened on April 7, with many top college basketball players committing to new schools for the 2026-27 season, as programs rush to finalize their rosters.
- Louisville secured Flory Bidunga, a 6-foot-9 center from Kansas and Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year, and Jackson Shelstad, a 6-foot point guard from Oregon, aiming to build a strong contender.
- Texas A&M added All-American guard PJ Haggerty from Kansas State, while Texas bolstered its lineup with forwards David Punch and Isaiah Johnson, both known for their two-way play.
- Providence, Illinois, Miami, North Carolina, and Houston also landed key transfers including defensive specialist Miles Byrd, versatile scorer Stefan Vaaks, athletic center Somto Cyril, guard Neoklis Avdalas, and point guard Dedan Thomas.
- These top transfers bring a mix of scoring, defense, and versatility, with many having NBA Draft experience or accolades, highlighting the competitive nature of roster building ahead of the NCAA Tournament.
