UPDATE: The landscape of men’s college basketball is rapidly transforming as the 2025-26 season approaches, set to tip-off on November 3. With over 2,700 players entering the transfer portal ahead of the April 22 deadline and more than 100 declaring for the NBA draft before the April 26 cutoff, the urgency to keep track of these changes has never been greater.
The offseason is a critical period for teams across the NCAA, as players’ movements directly impact their performance and strategies for the upcoming season. Notably, dozens of high school seniors have shifted commitments due to roster additions or coaching changes, creating a whirlwind of activity. Fans and analysts alike are scrambling to keep up with these developments.
As has been the practice in previous years, we are providing comprehensive updates on roster changes for over 90 college basketball teams. The details offer a clear snapshot of each team’s status, including players who have departed, those in limbo, and expected returns.
Key Definitions:
– “Departed or expected to depart” includes players who have declared for the NBA draft without intentions of returning, those with no remaining eligibility, and those who entered the transfer portal.
– “In limbo” refers to players who have declared for the NBA draft but may still return to college.
– “Expected to return” includes players who have not entered the portal and still have eligibility left.
This page will be continuously updated throughout the offseason as new information emerges. Fans can also engage via social media to report any discrepancies or updates directly to analyst Jeff Borzello on X at @jeffborzello.
Here’s the latest on several key teams:
ACC Teams:
– **Boston College Eagles**: Departures include Chad Venning (12.4 PPG) and Elijah Strong (9.6 PPG). Expected returns feature Donald Hand Jr. (15.7 PPG) and incoming transfers like Chase Forte (17.9 PPG at South Dakota).
– **Duke Blue Devils**: Major losses include Cooper Flagg (19.2 PPG) and Tyrese Proctor (12.4 PPG). Incoming talent includes Cameron Boozer (No. 3 in ESPN 100).
Big Ten Updates:
– **Indiana Hoosiers**: Star departures include Malik Reneau (13.3 PPG) and Oumar Ballo (13.0 PPG). The team is expecting significant new additions, such as Lamar Wilkerson (20.5 PPG at Sam Houston).
– **Illinois Fighting Illini**: Key players leaving include Kasparas Jakucionis (15.0 PPG), while the team welcomes Andre Stojakovic (17.9 PPG at California).
As teams finalize their rosters, the implications for competition in the upcoming season are profound. Coaches are strategizing to adapt to these personnel changes, while fans eagerly anticipate how their favorite teams will reshape.
Stay tuned as we monitor every facet of the 2025-26 men’s college basketball season. With rosters fluctuating daily, the excitement is palpable, and the stakes have never been higher. Share this information and stay updated as we roll into one of the most dynamic seasons yet in college basketball!
