It can’t be overstated how much different the college basketball landscape is from just five years ago.
The old way was recruiting entirely through the high school ranks, both stars and role players, while adding occasional transfers here and there to plug gaps. Some schools still do this, adding the occasional transfer here and there if there’s a need.
But there’s a path to building through the transfer portal rather than using it to fill out a roster. Some coaches have dipped into it already, with Mike Woodson adding his name into that mix with a statement 2024 portal class.