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Top 15 Players Who Entered the CBB Transfer Portal on Opening Day

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15) G Markus Burton, Notre Dame
Markus Burton enters the portal with a proven scoring résumé after three productive seasons at Notre Dame. He followed up a 21.5-point average last season with 18.5 points per game this season, consistently serving as a primary offensive option and a reliable bucket-getter.
1) G PJ Haggerty, Kansas State
P.J. Haggerty immediately becomes one of the headliners of this portal cycle after a dominant year at Kansas State. The former Memphis standout carried his production over in a big way, posting 23.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists while shooting 48.9% from the field and 35.1% from three, firmly establishing himself as one of the most dynamic scoring guards available.
2) C Flory Bidunga, Kansas
Flory Bidunga is back in the portal after previously testing the waters, and he is coming off a major sophomore jump at Kansas. As a full-time starter, the big man produced 13.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks, emerging as one of the most impactful interior presences in the country and a premier option among available frontcourt players.
3) G Juke Harris, Wake Forest
Juke Harris brings elite scoring production and intriguing size to the portal after a monster season at Wake Forest. The six-foot-seven guard poured in 31.4 points per game to go with 6.5 rebounds and 1.9 assists, showcasing a natural ability to create and score at all three levels.
4) G John Blackwell, Wisconsin
John Blackwell leaves Wisconsin after putting together the best season of his career. The veteran guard averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.3 assists, taking on a larger offensive role while continuing to show strong feel and leadership traits that should translate well at his next stop.
5) F Paulius Murauskas, Saint Mary's
Paulius Murauskas has developed into one of the most productive forwards in the country and now enters the portal with significant momentum. After beginning his career at Arizona, he broke out at Saint Mary’s with 18.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while shooting 46.2% from the field and 33.3% from three, offering a blend of size, skill, and proven production at a high level.
6) G Miles Byrd, San Diego State
Miles Byrd departs San Diego State as a seasoned, defense-first guard who has steadily rounded out his overall game. Known for his impact on the perimeter defensively, he now enters the portal as a true two-way option with continued upside as a scorer. Expect several contending teams to be in the market for an impact player like Byrd.
7) G Stefan Vaaks, Providence
Stefan Vaaks wasted no time putting himself on the map during his freshman season at Providence. The six-foot-seven guard averaged 15.8 points, 3.2 assists, and 2.5 rebounds while shooting 40.3% from the field and 35.0% from beyond the arc, flashing versatility and shot-making that will make him one of the most sought-after backcourt options available.
8) G Isaiah Johnson, Colorado
Isaiah Johnson quickly emerged as one of the more productive freshmen in the country at Colorado despite a limited number of starts. He finished the year averaging 16.9 points, 3.0 assists, and 2.9 rebounds, proving he can handle a scoring load and positioning himself as a priority target for programs in need of offensive punch.
9) C Moustapha Thiam, Cincinnati
Moustapha Thiam brings rare size and intriguing upside to the portal after his season at Cincinnati. The seven-foot-two center averaged 12.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks, showing flashes of floor spacing ability while continuing to develop his perimeter shot.
10) C Aidan Sherrell, Alabama
Aidan Sherrell enters the portal after a strong season in an expanded role at Alabama. The former top recruit stepped into the starting lineup and delivered 11.1 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks, highlighting his ability to anchor the paint while contributing offensively.
11) G KJ Lewis, Georgetown
KJ Lewis capitalized on his change of scenery at Georgetown, putting together a career year after transferring from Arizona. He averaged 14.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.5 assists, playing with physicality and downhill intent that should make him an appealing option for teams looking to add toughness on the wing.
12) G Dedan Thomas, LSU
Dedan Thomas Jr. continued his steady rise with a productive season at LSU following his move from UNLV. The lead guard posted 15.3 points and 6.5 assists, combining scoring ability with reliable playmaking that makes him a strong candidate to run an offense at his next destination.
13) G Somto Cyril, Georgia
Somto Cyril is an intriguing frontcourt addition after an efficient season at Georgia. The near seven-footer averaged 9.3 points and 5.4 rebounds while shooting an impressive 75.9% from the field, adding 2.2 blocks and showing strong instincts as a rim protector.
14) G Neoklis Avdalas, Virginia Tech
Neoklis Avdalas turned heads with a well-rounded freshman campaign at Virginia Tech. The Greek guard produced 12.1 points, 4.6 assists, and 3.1 rebounds, displaying advanced feel, positional versatility, and playmaking instincts that should generate significant interest.
15) G Markus Burton, Notre Dame
Markus Burton enters the portal with a proven scoring résumé after three productive seasons at Notre Dame. He followed up a 21.5-point average last season with 18.5 points per game this season, consistently serving as a primary offensive option and a reliable bucket-getter.
1) G PJ Haggerty, Kansas State
P.J. Haggerty immediately becomes one of the headliners of this portal cycle after a dominant year at Kansas State. The former Memphis standout carried his production over in a big way, posting 23.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists while shooting 48.9% from the field and 35.1% from three, firmly establishing himself as one of the most dynamic scoring guards available.

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