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ASU Transfer Portal Tracker: Additions, Departures, More for 2026-27

The Sun Devils are currently set to build a roster to compete in year one under Randy Bennett.
Feb 22, 2025; Spokane, Washington, USA; St. Mary's Gaels head coach Randy Bennett celebrates after a game against the Gonzaga Bulldogs at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Feb 22, 2025; Spokane, Washington, USA; St. Mary's Gaels head coach Randy Bennett celebrates after a game against the Gonzaga Bulldogs at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images | James Snook-Imagn Images

Last updated: April 21 at 6:59 P.M. ET

TEMPE -- Year one of the Randy Bennett era is still roughly seven months away from being fully realized for the Arizona State men's basketball program, but the roster-building that will decide what the 2026-27 team shapes up to be is approaching imminently.

The transfer portal is officially set to close on Tuesday after being open for two full weeks, but players that entered their names prior to the closure are still able to commit to new schools after the window.

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Jan 31, 2026; Spokane, Washington, USA; Saint Mary's Gaels head coach Randy Bennett reacts after a play against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the first half at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images | James Snook-Imagn Images

Follow key developments ahead of the portal's official opening, including departures and potential targets, below.

Confirmed/Expected Departures

  • F Kash Polk (Jacksonville State)
  • G Adante Holiman
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Mar 18, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Saint Mary's Gaels head coach Randy Bennett gives an interview prior to a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images | William Purnell-Imagn Images
  • C Dame Salane
  • CG Noah Meeusen (DePaul)
  • C Massamba Diop
  • G Anthony "Pig" Johnson
  • Trevor Best
  • F Andrija Grbovic
  • F Santiago Trouet
  • F Jovon Ićitović
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Mar 3, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils center Massamba Diop (35) celebrates a three pointer against the Kansas Jayhawks in the first half at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Polk's intention to enter the portal was announced on April 2 after just one season in Tempe. The Texas native redshirted during 2025-26 and will likely look for a more immediate opportunity to see the court.

Holiman earned a medical redshirt after missing all of last season, and now appears to be back on the move for his final season of college basketball.

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Jan 3, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils forward Marcus Adams Jr. (8) against the Colorado Buffaloes at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Adams Jr. went into the season expected to be a major contributor to the team, but a nagging back injury resulted in the sharpshooter being shut down in early February. The redshirt sophomore will now look to find a fresh start.

Meeusen entered the portal shortly after it opened on Tuesday 4/7 after a lone season in Tempe, with the potential for the Belgian guard to seek a fresh start after the departure of Bobby Hurley. Diop entered the portal on the afternoon of April 8 and is in the process with a "do not contact" tag, which implies that the talented big man has an idea as to where he will wind up.

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Mar 3, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils Anthony Johnson (2) celebrates a shot against the Kansas Jayhawks in the second half at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Johnson entered his name in the portal on Friday after one season at Arizona State as a sixth man. The elite scorer will need to receive a waiver to play in the 2026-27 season.

Confirmed Portal Additions

  • F Marcus Vaughns (LSU)

The 6'8" forward hails out of Australia and has a lengthy relationship with current ASU associate head coach David Patrick. He is a former four-star recruit that redshirted last season with LSU.

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Jan 20, 2018; Manhattan, KS, USA; TCU Horned Frogs assistant head coach David Patrick yells at his team during a game against the Kansas State Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum. TCU head coach Jamie Dixon was ejected from the game in the second half. The Wildcats on the game 73-68. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images | Scott Sewell-Imagn Images
  • C Nate Garcia (Cal Baptist)

Garcia recently wrapped up his freshman season under Rick Croy, who joined Bennett's staff in late March. The center is quite raw, but has a ceiling that can be realized in the years to come.

  • F Emmanuel Innocenti (Gonzaga)

Innocenti is a well-rounded defensive player that is servicable enough on offense and will likely factor into Bennett's rotation at the wing position this coming season.

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Mar 21, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Emmanuel Innocenti (5) reacts after a play in the first half against the Texas Longhorns during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images | Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images
  • PG Joel Foxwell (Portland)

Foxwell closed out his freshman season with Portland in special fashion, as the point guard paced his team in points, assists, and steals, while also being a great rebounder for his size.

The Australian native has at least three full seasons of eligibility left and will fit seamlessly into Bennett's operations.

  • PF Paulius Murauskas (St. Mary's)
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March 9, 2026; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Saint Mary's Gaels forward Paulius Murauskas (23) dribbles the basketball against Santa Clara Broncos guard Christian Hammond (1) during the first half at Orleans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images | Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Murauskas is a top-10 player in the transfer portal and an unquestioned foundational add for Bennett in year one as head coach. The Lithuanian forward will fit well into the Big 12 and has the ability to etch his name into Sun Devil history next season.

Potential Portal Additions

  • G Mikey Lewis
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Mar 19, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Saint Mary's (CA) Gaels guard Mikey Lewis (0) dribbles the ball during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images | William Purnell-Imagn Images
  • G/F Dillan Shaw
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KEVIN HICKS

Kevin Hicks is an Arizona State alumni and now serves as the Arizona State Beat Writer On SI.