2025 Transfer Portal

[MU82]

Terrence Brown to PC or SH makes some sense based on the state of their programs.

New Jersey and Rhode Island.

You're welcome!

[Hards Alumni]

https://x.com/CollegeFBPortal/status/1905288070985118073?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

https://x.com/CBBcontent/status/1905291976502657370?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

Sounds like Dent to UCLA.

Sounds like it's going to be a tougher start for Xavier next year.

[Uncle Rico]

Sounds like it's going to be a tougher start for Xavier next year.

Looks like Fieldhouse Farter was right

[MU Fan in Connecticut]

https://x.com/CollegeFBPortal/status/1905288070985118073?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

https://x.com/CBBcontent/status/1905291976502657370?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

Sounds like Dent to UCLA.

I guess Mick Cronin is definitely out of the running for Villanova.

[Pakuni]

Hilarious considering they're losing Kalkbrenner, who is an objectively better player than Freeman.

Yeah, I'd say Creighton distancing MU is a stretch, but Freeman is almost certainly a better replacement for Kalkbrenner than any of the internal candidates. In which case, Creighton's 2025-26 roster is better today than it was yesterday.

[Billy Hoyle]

And he lost Pop Isaacs.  So a net wash.

perusing the Creighton board it sounds like addition by subtraction

[Warrior_2002]

With Amadou out, are there any players in the portal that were Shaka recruits that we'd want or think we have a chance at?

[willie warrior]

Heard one talking head sports show guy today state that all 16 teams still left in the dance have paortal guys on the team, with the average over 2 getting significant minutes. Guess that is one way to build a competent roster. Shaka, are you hearing any of this?

[Warrior_2002]

Can we hand Magoon Gwath a bag? Seems perfect for our needs.

[Uncle Rico]

Heard one talking head sports show guy today state that all 16 teams still left in the dance have paortal guys on the team, with the average over 2 getting significant minutes. Guess that is one way to build a competent roster. Shaka, are you hearing any of this?

No.  He lost his ears as a child

[wadesworld]

Heard one talking head sports show guy today state that all 16 teams still left in the dance have paortal guys on the team, with the average over 2 getting significant minutes. Guess that is one way to build a competent roster. Shaka, are you hearing any of this?

Give him a ring.  414-288-7130

https://gomarquette.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/shaka-smart/1956

[rocky_warrior]

Give him a ring.  414-288-7130

(Sound of a phone ringing, then a click as it's answered)

Shaka Smart: Hello? This is Shaka.

Voice (Warm, slightly raspy): Coach Smart? It's, uh, it's a friend. A concerned friend.

Shaka Smart: I don't recognize the voice. Who is this?

Voice: Doesn't matter, Coach. What matters is the future of Marquette basketball. You've built something special, a real foundation. But, you know, foundations can always use a little...reinforcement.

Shaka Smart: I'm not sure I follow.

Voice: The transfer portal, Shaka. The sacred portal. It's a garden of opportunity. A veritable smorgasbord of talent. Think of it. A seasoned veteran, a sharpshooter, a defensive stalwart, all just a few clicks away.

Shaka Smart: We value developing our players. We build from within.

Voice: Of course, you do, Coach. And admirable it is. But the landscape has changed. The game has evolved. It's a jungle out there. Everyone's poaching, everyone's grabbing. And you, Shaka, you're building a beautiful, intricate sandcastle while the tide's coming in.

Shaka Smart: I understand the challenges, but...

Voice: Challenges? Opportunities, Coach! Think of the strategic advantage. Plug a gap instantly. Add experience, depth, a touch of...spice. The portal isn't a shortcut; it's a high-speed lane on the highway to the Final Four.

Shaka Smart: We have a strong recruiting class coming in.

Voice: And they'll be fantastic. But time is a cruel mistress. You need players ready now. Players who've seen the battles, felt the pressure. Think of the mentorship, the leadership they can provide. Imagine, Shaka, imagine a team with that extra edge, that added experience, that...je ne sais quoi.

Shaka Smart: I appreciate your...enthusiasm. But we have a plan.

Voice: Plans change, Coach. Adapt. Evolve. Embrace the chaos. It's not about abandoning your principles; it's about maximizing your potential. The portal is a tool, a powerful tool. Use it wisely. Use it strategically. Use it...Shaka.

Shaka Smart: (Sighs) I'll...consider it. Thank you.

Voice: That's all I ask, Coach. Just consider. The future of Marquette basketball may depend on it. (A faint, almost imperceptible chuckle) Now, if you'll excuse me, I have another call to make. (Click. The line goes dead.)

[wadesworld]

(Sound of a phone ringing, then a click as it's answered)

Shaka Smart: Hello? This is Shaka.

Voice (Warm, slightly raspy): Coach Smart? It's, uh, it's a friend. A concerned friend.

Shaka Smart: I don't recognize the voice. Who is this?

Voice: Doesn't matter, Coach. What matters is the future of Marquette basketball. You've built something special, a real foundation. But, you know, foundations can always use a little...reinforcement.

Shaka Smart: I'm not sure I follow.

Voice: The transfer portal, Shaka. The sacred portal. It's a garden of opportunity. A veritable smorgasbord of talent. Think of it. A seasoned veteran, a sharpshooter, a defensive stalwart, all just a few clicks away.

Shaka Smart: We value developing our players. We build from within.

Voice: Of course, you do, Coach. And admirable it is. But the landscape has changed. The game has evolved. It's a jungle out there. Everyone's poaching, everyone's grabbing. And you, Shaka, you're building a beautiful, intricate sandcastle while the tide's coming in.

Shaka Smart: I understand the challenges, but...

Voice: Challenges? Opportunities, Coach! Think of the strategic advantage. Plug a gap instantly. Add experience, depth, a touch of...spice. The portal isn't a shortcut; it's a high-speed lane on the highway to the Final Four.

Shaka Smart: We have a strong recruiting class coming in.

Voice: And they'll be fantastic. But time is a cruel mistress. You need players ready now. Players who've seen the battles, felt the pressure. Think of the mentorship, the leadership they can provide. Imagine, Shaka, imagine a team with that extra edge, that added experience, that...je ne sais quoi.

Shaka Smart: I appreciate your...enthusiasm. But we have a plan.

Voice: Plans change, Coach. Adapt. Evolve. Embrace the chaos. It's not about abandoning your principles; it's about maximizing your potential. The portal is a tool, a powerful tool. Use it wisely. Use it strategically. Use it...Shaka.

Shaka Smart: (Sighs) I'll...consider it. Thank you.

Voice: That's all I ask, Coach. Just consider. The future of Marquette basketball may depend on it. (A faint, almost imperceptible chuckle) Now, if you'll excuse me, I have another call to make. (Click. The line goes dead.)

You forgot we are trending down and Creighton, SJU, and UCONN are separating themselves from us.

But, well done.

[Uncle Rico]

You forgot we are trending down and Creighton, SJU, and UCONN are separating themselves from us.

But, well done.

Lacks human orifice references as well

[willie warrior]

Hmmmm....very good satire. Somehow I suspect this to be a jab at some who feel the portal should be used by Shaka, and not just to shitcan players...or is it a jab at Shaka? Or a jab at both camps? Pray do tell.

[rocky_warrior]

Hmmmm....very good satire.

Gemini: transcript of a fictional call to shaka smart encouraging him to use the transfer portal

I thought it did a fantastic job guessing the words on both sides.

[Hards Alumni]

[willie warrior]

Give him a ring.  414-288-7130

https://gomarquette.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/shaka-smart/1956

I would rather see him get an NCAA championship ring. But since you have all the answers and his number, you give him a ring with your sound advice. Probably something like "Damn the portal, full speed ahead."

[wadesworld]

I would rather see him get an NCAA championship ring. But since you have all the answers and his number, you give him a ring with your sound advice. Probably something like "Damn the portal, full speed ahead."

I am not the one asking Shaka if he is listening to the radio.  You wanted to know that information.  You can inform him.  Why wouldn't you want to help him in getting that NCAA championship ring, since you seem to think that's the answer?

[TallTitan34]

Isiah Abraham to the portal.

https://x.com/TiptonEdits/status/1905339816578809961

[Uncle Rico]

Isiah Abraham to the portal.

https://x.com/TiptonEdits/status/1905339816578809961

This is one that feels possible

[TallTitan34]

This is one that feels possible

Dad played at Marquette.  I believe we were the runner-up to UConn.  Would definitely fall into the "relationships" category.

Is there a spot for him though?  I assume Parham and Owens would already be ahead of him in his class.

[Johnny B]

This is one that feels possible

Reminds me of owens a bit, lots of upside but raw as hell

[Pakuni]

This is one that feels possible

Not sure where he would fit.
With Ross, Lowery, Owens, Miletic, Stevens and Phillips, the team already goes three deep at the 2 and 3 spots.

[Uncle Rico]

Dad played at Marquette.  I believe we were the runner-up to UConn.  Would definitely fall into the "relationships" category.

Is there a spot for him though?  I assume Parham and Owens would already be ahead of him.

15 spots