Texas A&M head coach discusses portal additions at SEC Spring Meetings
Although there is still plenty of time before the Texas A&M basketball program steps on the court in Reed Arena, first-year head coach Bucky McMillan has worked overtime to bring in new additions from the portal and retain talent from last year's roster.
One of those transfers is former Texas Tech and Creighton guard Pop Isaacs, who averaged 16.3 points per game and shot 41% from the field and 38% from beyond the arc before suffering a season-ending injury last season. Isaacs brings athleticism and an innate shooting ability that could significantly enhance the Texas A&M roster in 2025.
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Following the announcement of his commitment to the Aggies, McMillan spoke with TexAgs at the Southeastern Conference Spring Meeting about the addition of Isaacs to this season's squad.
Another incredible portal addition came in the form of Indiana forward Mackenzie Mgbako, who withdrew his name from the 2025 NBA Draft to compete for the Aggies this season in Bryan-College Station, Texas. The former McDonald's All-American from Gladstone, New Jersey, is the highest-ranked recruit to ever sign at Texas A&M.
Through two seasons with the Hooisers, Mgbako averaged 12.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game. He was also one of five players to be invited to participate in this year's NBA combine due to his outstanding string of performances in the G League Showcase.
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At the SEC Spring Meetings, McMillan also discussed his thoughts on Mgbako and what he brings to the table for the 2025-2026 roster.
The Aggies are ranked as the No. 20 team in the country in transfer additions this spring, according to 247 Sports. With McMillan's first season coaching in the Maroon and White looming on the horizon, securing top-rated athletes like Isaacs and Mgbako is extremely integral in building a competitive squad with the astonishing depth in the conference.
Bringing in guys through the transfer portal and showing them the film of what to expect from McMillan and his coaching style is another important part of what he is trying to build at Texas A&M moving forward.
If there is one thing that is certain about McMillan, he is not shy of success. He boasts a 99-52 overall record as a head coach during his time at Samford, including two Southern Conference Championships and an NCAA Tournament appearance in 2023.
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