I, too, subscribe to the thought of there being three departures at the end of the season, with ZL already being one of those.  RGV does not strictly have to be experienced in an MU jersey; there will undoubtedly be better opportunities (either with playing time, skill level or fit) at other levels. 

Whether it is one year or four years, when you put on the Marquette jersey, you are forever part of a storied program.  Whomever, and whenever, there are departures, we should remember to be grateful for their team here and wish them all success wherever they end up. 

I absolutely do not think we should add more than 3 players unless someone leaves. There are enough young pieces on the roster that should take sizable leaps over the summer that Shaka can "ease into" using the portal without rocking the boat  too much.

I think 2 transfers is the right move, but wouldn't be surprised if we bring in 3.

Primary needs:
1. A junior/senior big man with physicality
2. A (taller) combo guard who can play alongside Nigel and fill in at PG.

Secondary needs:
3. Experienced wing that's an elite defender/rebounder. 6'7" - 6'9"
4. A dedicated backup PG who can shoot. 6'3" or taller

As far as the transfers out... I feel bad but any of Tre, Sean, and Caedin can go. I like the idea of having the guys who played with Tyler/Oso/Kam on the roster to keep some of the winning culture around. Tre has been good in spots, but I think he could get PT with an A10 team or go home to Boston College and get paid.

I like WT's opinion and have stated before three would hit the sweet spot. 

Quote from: Hards Alumni on Today at 09:26:26 AMOne no name dildo finds out about Nigel, and it is an indictment of how bad we are?

Well, our 9-18 record is an indictment of how bad we are ... but your overall point is well-taken.

1 - I'd be disappointed and concerned
2 - Fair and acceptable
3 - Sweet spot for a 20 loss roster overhaul
4 - Little concerning with that many
5+ - WTF?

I'm just impressed that Grok managed to avoid using the N-word or pro-Hitler references in this analysis.

Quote from: Tums Festival on February 19, 2026, 06:26:42 PMI'm as mad as anyone with the way the team has played this season, and because of that hopefully Shaka pulls his head out of his a$$ about using the portal. But Shaka clearly brought up Sean Jones only to inform everyone he'd be out the rest of the season with injury, and nothing else. He never said or implied that he was the missing piece this year. How is it even possible to not understand that?

Shaka "brought up" Sean Jones only after he was asked about Sean Jones at a press conference.

2026-2027... would be a better title. 

3 out.

I'd guess 3 in.

Should? 3.
Reality? 2.