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Former Syracuse guard Kyle Cuffe Jr. is transferring to St. John's, where he will reunite with his father's alma mater and help the program continue its recent streak of 30‑win seasons.
Theo Edema, a top-ranked center, chose St. John’s over Maryland, prompting the university to address a thin frontcourt while its track and field team celebrates new records and a soccer forward heads to Indiana.
Theo Edema, a 7‑foot four‑star recruit, announced his commitment to St. John's University and will reclassify to the 2026 cycle, sparking excitement across the college basketball landscape.
BYU basketball’s recent recruiting cycle has delivered a jolt of disappointment after the program fell just short of landing two coveted big men. Theo Edema, a 6‑11 four‑star prospect from the 2027 class, had narrowed his choices to a final four that included the Cougars, but ultimately committed to St. John’s and will reclassify to the 2026 tier. The loss follows another near‑miss with Obinna Ekezie, who elected to join Louisville, leaving BYU without a clear answer at center.
With a vacancy at center, BYU is evaluating a handful of big men, from reclassifying prospects to overseas veterans, while navigating agency relationships and roster dynamics.
A dominant defensive big man, Theo Edema, is considering a move that could reshape BYU's roster and address its long‑standing interior needs.