It’s officially transfer portal season. The first day saw a record-breaking number of student-athletes entering their names to transfer—once again setting new highs. This information will be updated as new details emerge.
WHO STAYS
Let’s begin with who’s staying. The list of Gophers expected to return is short, but there are a few key names that could be important for Niko Medved’s first year at the helm.
Isaac Asuma – The point guard from Cherry has confirmed he’s coming back. Keeping Asuma was the top priority from the current roster, and he was quick to commit to Medved. He’ll return for his sophomore season and is expected to be one of the stronger point guards in the conference.
Grayson Grove – The 6’9” forward from Alexandria is also set to return after redshirting last season.
A few other potential returners remain uncertain. It’s unclear whether Brennan Rigsby has any remaining eligibility, and there’s still a question mark around whether Dawson Garcia might somehow secure a sixth year.
Kai Shinholster – He stands as the only freshman recruit who has remained committed to the program following Ben Johnson’s departure.
WHO GOES
Here’s a look at the departures from the Gophers roster as the transfer portal activity heats up:
Frank Mitchell – The “Tank” is heading to the Atlantic 10, where he’ll suit up for St. Bonaventure.
Kadyn Betts – Betts has entered the portal and already found a new home at Montana.
Tyler Cochran – He’s in the portal but has not announced a destination yet.
Brennan Rigsby – Rigsby is transferring to Radford.
Jacob Ross – The incoming freshman has requested to be released from his letter of intent and will not be joining the program.
Parker Jefferson – Another incoming freshman big man who has also asked out of his letter of intent.
Dawson Garcia – The veteran forward has entered the portal, signaling a potential end to his time with the Gophers.
WHO COMES
There aren’t any new additions to this group just yet, but expect that to change soon as Niko Medved and his staff actively work the transfer portal. Names will start to emerge as roster spots open up.
Here’s a look at the new faces already committed to Minnesota for Medved’s first season:
- Jaylen Crocker-Johnson – Medved’s first transfer pickup, coming from Colorado State.
- BJ Omot – A Mankato native who began his college career at North Dakota, spent last season injured at Cal, and now joins the Gophers with two years of eligibility.
- Bobby Durkin – A transfer from Davidson who brings two years of eligibility to Minnesota.
- Robert Vaihola – A frontcourt addition coming from San Jose State.
- Langston Reynolds – A guard making the move from Northern Colorado.
- Chansey Willis Jr. – A point guard transfer from Western Michigan.
- Nehemiah Turner – A 6’10” big man arriving from Central Arkansas.
- Chance Stephens – A shooting guard who transfers in from Maryland.
WHO MIGHT COME
Targets and Rumored Interest:
Treysen Eaglestaff – The 6’6” guard from North Dakota averaged 18.9 PPG and shot over 37% from deep. He exploded for 51 points in the Summit League quarterfinals.
- Update: Committed to South Carolina.
Kyan Evans – Colorado State guard with ties to Medved. Averaged 10.6 points and 3.1 assists while shooting 44.6% from three.
- Update 3/29: Entered the portal.
- Update: Committed to North Carolina.
Terrance Brown – Minneapolis native who starred at Fairleigh Dickinson, putting up 20.6 points and 5.6 rebounds per game as a sophomore.
- Update: Committed to Utah.
BJ Omot – The Mankato product was reportedly considering multiple programs including Washington, but ultimately:
- Update: Committed to Minnesota.
Wes Enis – A sharp-shooting D2 point guard (40%+ from three) with two years of eligibility. He visited Minnesota on April 2 and had narrowed his list to six schools.
- Update: Committed to West Virginia.
Cameron Heide – The Wayzata native spent two years at Purdue and entered the portal looking for a fresh start.
- Update: Committed to Texas.
Tre Holloman – Minneapolis point guard who played at Michigan State. Was a potential target after entering the portal.
- Update: Committed to NC State to play for Will Wade.
MJ Collins – Vanderbilt guard reportedly in contact with the Gophers during his portal process.
- Update: Committed to Utah State.
CURRENT SCHOLARSHIP ROSTER
Here’s the confirmed roster so far — the players we know will be wearing Maroon and Gold for the Gophers in Niko Medved’s first season:
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G – Isaac Asuma (Sophomore)
The returning point guard and a key piece for Medved’s foundation. -
F – Grayson Grove (Redshirt Freshman)
The 6’9” forward returns after a developmental redshirt season. -
F – Jaylen Crocker-Johnson (Junior)
Medved brings him in from Colorado State. -
G – Kai Shinholster (True Freshman)
The lone recruit to stay committed after Ben Johnson’s departure. -
SF – BJ Omot (Junior)
Talented Mankato native with two years of eligibility, coming from Cal via North Dakota. -
F – Bobby Durkin (Junior)
Versatile forward transferring in from Davidson. -
F/C – Robert Vaihola (Senior)
Physical presence in the post from San Jose State. -
G – Langston Reynolds (Senior, 1 year eligibility)
Experienced guard arriving from Northern Colorado. -
PG – Chansey Willis Jr. (Senior, possibly 2 years)
Dynamic point guard transfer from Western Michigan. -
C – Nehemiah Turner (Sophomore)
A 6’10” big man transferring in from Central Arkansas. -
G – Chance Stephens (Sophomore)
Sharpshooting guard who comes to Minnesota from Maryland.
