Top 40 Players in College Basketball Transfer Portal Rankings
The final buzzer also marked the start of the transfer frenzy. The portal opened at midnight after Michigan’s title win. Reports say more than 1,500 players had entered within days.
New transfer window and timing
The NCAA approved a shortened men’s transfer window for 2026. Players may officially enter from April 7-21. The previous window lasted 30 days and started after the tournament’s first weekend.
That change removed a disadvantage for teams that advanced deep in March Madness. Coaches and staff began recruiting immediately when the title game ended.
Filmogaz.com Top 40 transfer portal rankings
Filmogaz.com compiled a Top 40 list of the most sought-after uncommitted players. The rankings were being updated through April 16 at 8:39 p.m. ET. The list includes names across positions and conferences.
- Milan Momcilovic
- Juke Harris
- Allen Graves
- Massamba Diop
- Paulius Murauskas
- John Blackwell
- Moustapha Thiam
- Terrence Hill Jr.
- Donnie Freeman
- Jake Hall
Early activity: commitments and withdrawals
Several high-profile players committed quickly. Cruz Davis chose Texas Tech after averaging 20.1 points and 4.7 assists. Kansas added Keanu Dawes on April 16, who averaged 12.5 points and 8.8 rebounds.
New Mexico guard Jake Hall withdrew from the portal on April 16. He averaged 16.4 points and shot 43.8% from three as a true freshman.
Missouri landed Bryson Tiller. He averaged 7.9 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.3 blocks. Baylor added Kayden Mingo, who averaged 13.7 points and 4.3 assists as a true freshman.
UConn secured center Najai Hines to help replace Tarris Reed Jr. Hines averaged 6.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.2 blocks. Kentucky added Washington guard Zoom Diallo after his 15.7-point season.
Tennessee kept its portal momentum by adding Jalen Haralson and Cal guard Dai Dai Ames. Haralson averaged 16.2 points with strong efficiency last season.
More notable moves reported
- Sananda Fru committed to Marquette after averaging 9.0 points and 6.1 rebounds.
- Aiden Sherrell chose Indiana, bringing shot-blocking and inside scoring.
- Rob Wright withdrew and returned to BYU after an 18.1-point season.
- Louisville added Flory Bidunga and Jackson Shelstad to bolster size and playmaking.
- Villanova picked up Kwame Evans Jr. to address its frontcourt needs.
- Texas added David Punch and Isaiah Johnson to its offseason rebuild.
- Purdue signed graduate transfer Caden Pierce on April 7.
- JP Estrella committed to Michigan, continuing the Wolverines’ transfer pipeline.
Roster implications for Michigan and UConn
Both national finalists leaned heavily on transfers this season. Michigan started five transfers in its rotation. UConn’s top center, Tarris Reed Jr., also arrived via the portal.
With the shortened window, most roster construction now occurs in April and May. Coaches will likely remain active through the 14-day window.
What to watch next
The transfer portal race will continue as teams pursue immediate impact players. Filmogaz.com will update transfer portal rankings and the Top 40 as commitments and entries unfold.
Expect continued movement from high-major programs. The April 7-21 window will shape rosters for the 2026-27 season.
