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UNC Basketball Recruiting Board: Class of 2026

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College Basketball Transfer Portal Tracker: High-Major Teams with Most Departures During 2024 Window, Ranked
Witness the significant upheaval caused by the recent college basketball transfer portal window. Nearly 2,000 players sought new opportunities, resulting in a major reshuffle across high-major programs.

Louisville Cardinals — 13
Undergoing a complete reset, the Cardinals saw numerous departures after a challenging stretch. Only one player remains from the previous season’s roster, with several key transfers out and new recruits in.

DePaul Blue Demons — 12
Seeking a fresh start under new leadership, DePaul aims to turn the tide with a revamped roster for the upcoming season, bidding farewell to all scholarship players from the previous year.

Washington State Cougars — 12
Despite a recent NCAA Tournament appearance, Washington State faced a setback with the departure of its head coach, leading to a mass exodus of players. The loss of key contributors poses challenges for the team moving forward.

Arkansas Razorbacks — 9
Facing a rebuild under new leadership, Arkansas experienced significant turnover, with most scholarship players exiting the program. The team looks to start anew with a fresh slate of recruits.

Florida State Seminoles — 9
With several departures and a coaching transition looming, Florida State confronts a period of uncertainty. Key players moving on present opportunities for new talent to step up.

Vanderbilt Commodores — 9
Under new leadership, Vanderbilt seeks to replenish its roster after losing its top scorers to the transfer portal. The team aims to rebuild with incoming transfers and fresh recruits.

Xavier Musketeers — 9
Following a disappointing season, Xavier embarks on a roster overhaul to reignite its competitiveness in the Big East. The departure of key players signals a new chapter for the program.

Oregon State Beavers — 8
Enduring a string of losing seasons, Oregon State faces the challenge of replacing its top scorers from the previous year. The team looks to regroup with incoming transfers and new recruits.

Seton Hall Pirates — 8
Navigating the loss of key contributors, Seton Hall aims to reload its roster for the upcoming season. The departure of top talent presents opportunities for incoming transfers to make an impact.

West Virginia Mountaineers — 8
Under new leadership, West Virginia confronts significant roster turnover, with several top scorers exiting the program. The team looks to rebuild with a strong incoming transfer class.

Explore the complete list of high-major teams affected by the transfer portal window to gain insight into the evolving landscape of college basketball.

11. California Golden Bears — 7

11. Duke Blue Devils — 7

11. Kentucky Wildcats — 7

11. Miami Hurricanes — 7

11. Minnesota Golden Gophers — 7

11. USC Trojans — 7

11. Virginia Tech Hokies — 7

11. Wisconsin Badgers — 7

19. Alabama Crimson Tide — 6

19. Arizona State Sun Devils — 6

19. Boston College Eagles — 6

19. Georgia Bulldogs — 6

19. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets — 6

19. Illinois Fighting Illini — 6

19. Texas Longhorns — 6

19. Wake Forest Demon Deacons — 6

27. Georgetown Hoyas — 5

27. Kansas State Wildcats — 5

27. Maryland Terrapins — 5

27. Michigan State Spartans — 5

27. Nebraska Huskers — 5

27. Ohio State Buckeyes — 5

27. Oklahoma Sooners — 5

27. Oklahoma State Cowboys — 5

27. Penn State Nittany Lions — 5

27. Rutgers Scarlet Knights — 5

27. UCF Knights — 5

38. Arizona Wildcats — 4

38. Butler Bulldogs — 4

38. BYU Cougars — 4

38. Clemson Tigers — 4

38. Colorado Buffaloes — 4

38. Stanford Cardinal — 4

38. Syracuse Orange — 4

38. Tennessee Volunteers — 4

38. Texas A&M Aggies — 4

38. Texas Tech Red Raiders — 4

38. UCLA Bruins — 4

38. Utah Utes — 4

38. Villanova Wildcats — 4

38. Washington Huskies — 4

52. Auburn Tigers — 3

52. Baylor Bears — 3

52. Cincinnati Bearcats — 3

52. Creighton Bluejays — 3

52. Indiana Hoosiers — 3

52. Iowa Hawkeyes — 3

52. Iowa State Cyclones — 3

52. Missouri Tigers — 3

52. NC State Wolfpack — 3

52. Notre Dame Fighting Irish — 3

52. Ole Miss Rebels — 3

52. Providence Friars — 3

52. Purdue Boilermakers — 3

52. South Carolina Gamecocks — 3

52. St. John’s Red Storm — 3

52. TCU Horned Frogs — 3

68. Florida Gators — 2

68. LSU Tigers — 2

68. Michigan Wolverines — 2

68. Mississippi State Bulldogs — 2

68. Oregon Ducks — 2

68. Pittsburgh Panthers — 2

74. Houston Cougars — 1

74. Kansas Jayhawks — 1

74. North Carolina Tar Heels — 1

74. Northwestern Wildcats — 1

74. UConn Huskies — 1

74. Virginia Cavaliers — 1

80. Marquette Golden Eagles — 0