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Evan Miya Reveals Top 20 Most Improved Teams In CBB Transfer Portal

John Canady

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A Look Ahead
Roster movement is far from over, but these teams have already positioned themselves as the biggest winners of the transfer cycle. If these additions translate, don’t be surprised when many of these programs look like completely different teams when the season tips off.
Evan Miya Reveals Top 20 Most Improved Teams In CBB Transfer Portal
The transfer portal has again reshaped the college basketball landscape, and no one tracks roster movement better than EvanMiya. From star-heavy reloads to full-scale rebuilds, these programs made the biggest jumps through the portal and are set to look drastically different heading into next season.
1) Louisville Cardinals
Overall Transfer Rank: 1

Transfers In: 6 Transfers Out: 3 Transfers Still in Portal: 3

Louisville has completely reshaped its roster with six additions outweighing moderate outgoing traffic, easily earning the top overall transfer ranking despite a few lingering portal decisions.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 1

5-Star Transfers: 2 4-Star Transfers: 3 3-Star Transfers: 1 The Cardinals back it up with elite talent, landing two 5-stars and a strong mix of high-end contributors to headline the nation’s top incoming class.
2) Texas Longhorns
Overall Transfer Rank: 2

Transfers In: 5 Transfers Out: 3 Transfers Still in Portal: 3

Texas strikes a strong balance with five key additions while managing outgoing movement, keeping their roster turnover controlled but impactful.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 2

5-Star Transfers: 3 4-Star Transfers: 2 3-Star Transfers: 0

The Longhorns lean heavily on top-end talent, hauling in three 5-stars to anchor one of the most star-driven classes in the country.
3) Miami Hurricanes
Overall Transfer Rank: 3

Transfers In: 4 Transfers Out: 4 Transfers Still in Portal: 4

Miami’s portal activity reflects a full reset, matching four incoming players with an equal number of outgoing and portal moves as they rework the roster.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 3

5-Star Transfers: 2 4-Star Transfers: 1 3-Star Transfers: 0

The Hurricanes still land high-end talent, bringing in two 5-stars to carry a smaller but top-heavy incoming class.
4) Marquette Golden Eagles
Overall Transfer Rank: 4

Transfers In: 2 Transfers Out: 3 Transfers Still in Portal: 1

Marquette takes a more surgical approach, making limited additions and prioritizing quality over quantity despite losing more players than they’ve added.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 4

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 1 3-Star Transfers: 0

That approach shows in the rankings, with a 5-star and 4-star leading a compact but impactful incoming group.
5) Indiana Hoosiers
Overall Transfer Rank: 5

Transfers In: 6 Transfers Out: 1 Transfers Still in Portal: 6

Indiana has aggressively overhauled its roster, adding six players while barely losing anyone, though a large number remain in the portal.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 5

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 3 3-Star Transfers: 2

The Hoosiers balance quantity with quality, highlighted by a 5-star and multiple 4-stars to round out a deep incoming class.
6) Xavier Musketeers
Overall Transfer Rank: 7

Transfers In: 6 Transfers Out: 4 Transfers Still in Portal: 4

Xavier embraces a high-volume portal cycle, bringing in six players while navigating significant outgoing movement.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 6

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 3 3-Star Transfers: 2

The Musketeers pair that volume with strong talent, anchored by a 5-star and a solid mix of 4-star contributors.
7) USC Trojans
Overall Transfer Rank: 8

Transfers In: 3 Transfers Out: 3 Transfers Still in Portal: 4

USC maintains equilibrium in roster movement with equal ins and outs, while still keeping flexibility with players in the portal.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 7

5-Star Transfers: 2 4-Star Transfers: 1 3-Star Transfers: 0

The Trojans make their impact at the top, landing two 5-stars to headline a small but elite incoming group.
8) UCLA Bruins
Overall Transfer Rank: 11

Transfers In: 4 Transfers Out: 0 Transfers Still in Portal: 3

UCLA quietly builds one of the more stable portal classes, adding four players without losing anyone outright.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 8

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 2 3-Star Transfers: 1

The Bruins mix high-end talent with depth, combining a 5-star with multiple 4-stars to create a well-rounded class.
9) Baylor Bears
Overall Transfer Rank: 14

Transfers In: 4 Transfers Out: 0 Transfers Still in Portal: 5

Baylor adds key pieces without losing any contributors, though a sizable number remain in the portal.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 9

5-Star Transfers: 2 4-Star Transfers: 0 3-Star Transfers: 2

The Bears lean on star power, bringing in two 5-stars despite a lack of 4-star additions.
10) Oklahoma State Cowboys
Overall Transfer Rank: 17

Transfers In: 5 Transfers Out: 2 Transfers Still in Portal: 5

Oklahoma State strengthens its roster with five additions while keeping outgoing losses minimal.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 10

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 3 3-Star Transfers: 1

The Cowboys build a balanced class, featuring a 5-star alongside multiple 4-stars, providing both upside and depth.
11) Arizona State Sun Devils
Overall Transfer Rank: 16

Transfers In: 7 Transfers Out: 5 Transfers Still in Portal: 7

Arizona State goes all-in on volume, adding seven players while also seeing heavy outgoing and portal activity.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 11

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 3 3-Star Transfers: 2

The Sun Devils complement that turnover with a strong talent base, led by a 5-star and multiple 4-stars.
12) UConn Huskies
Overall Transfer Rank: 9

Transfers In: 3 Transfers Out: 3 Transfers Still in Portal: 2

UConn maintains balance across the board, with equal incoming and outgoing movement and limited remaining uncertainty.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 12

5-Star Transfers: 2 4-Star Transfers: 1 3-Star Transfers: 0

The Huskies prioritize elite talent, securing two 5-stars to headline a smaller but high-impact class.
13) Duke Blue Devils
Overall Transfer Rank: 13

Transfers In: 2 Transfers Out: 2 Transfers Still in Portal: 0

Duke keeps things clean and efficient with minimal roster turnover and no remaining portal questions.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 13

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 1 3-Star Transfers: 0

The Blue Devils’ class is all about quality, featuring a 5-star and a 4-star in a tight, high-end group.
14) Iowa State Cyclones
Overall Transfer Rank: 22

Transfers In: 5 Transfers Out: 2 Transfers Still in Portal: 2

Iowa State adds solid depth with five incoming players while keeping losses from departures under control.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 14

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 3 3-Star Transfers: 1

The Cyclones pair that depth with quality, bringing in a 5-star and multiple 4-stars to strengthen the roster.
15) Vanderbilt Commodores
Overall Transfer Rank: 20

Transfers In: 5 Transfers Out: 3 Transfers Still in Portal: 5

Vanderbilt shows steady movement with five additions, though a large group remains in the portal.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 15

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 4 3-Star Transfers: 0

The Commodores build one of the deeper classes, highlighted by four 4-stars alongside a 5-star.
16) Florida State Seminoles
Overall Transfer Rank: 25

Transfers In: 5 Transfers Out: 5 Transfers Still in Portal: 4

Florida State undergoes a full reset with equal incoming and outgoing movement, and several players are still in transition.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 16

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 2 3-Star Transfers: 2

The Seminoles bring in a balanced mix of talent, featuring a 5-star, complemented by both 4-star and 3-star additions.
17) Illinois Fighting Illini
Overall Transfer Rank: 33

Transfers In: 1 Transfers Out: 0 Transfers Still in Portal: 3

Illinois keeps things extremely minimal, adding just one player while avoiding any outgoing losses.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 17

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 0 3-Star Transfers: 0

That lone addition carries weight, but it comes in the form of a 5-star talent.
18) Houston Cougars
Overall Transfer Rank: 29

Transfers In: 4 Transfers Out: 3 Transfers Still in Portal: 0

Houston adds four players while maintaining roster stability with no remaining portal uncertainty.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 18

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 3 3-Star Transfers: 0

The Cougars emphasize quality depth, pairing a 5-star with three 4-stars in a strong incoming class.
19) Nebraska Cornhuskers
Overall Transfer Rank: 28

Transfers In: 5 Transfers Out: 2 Transfers Still in Portal: 4

Nebraska continues to reshape its roster with five additions while still managing several ongoing portal decisions.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 19

5-Star Transfers: 1 4-Star Transfers: 1 3-Star Transfers: 2

The Cornhuskers mix top-end talent with depth, featuring a 5-star alongside a blend of 4-star and 3-star players.
20) Maryland Terrapins
Overall Transfer Rank: 38

Transfers In: 6 Transfers Out: 1 Transfers Still in Portal: 5

Maryland makes a significant push in the portal with six additions and minimal outgoing losses, though several decisions remain unresolved.

Incoming Transfer Rank: 20

5-Star Transfers: 0 4-Star Transfers: 3 3-Star Transfers: 3

The Terrapins rely on depth over star power, building their class entirely through 4-star and 3-star additions.
A Look Ahead
Roster movement is far from over, but these teams have already positioned themselves as the biggest winners of the transfer cycle. If these additions translate, don’t be surprised when many of these programs look like completely different teams when the season tips off.
Evan Miya Reveals Top 20 Most Improved Teams In CBB Transfer Portal
The transfer portal has again reshaped the college basketball landscape, and no one tracks roster movement better than EvanMiya. From star-heavy reloads to full-scale rebuilds, these programs made the biggest jumps through the portal and are set to look drastically different heading into next season.

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