May 6, 2025

Texas A&M Basketball Welcomes Key Transfers

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Texas A&M head coach Bucky McMillan has made significant strides in improving the Aggies’ roster for the upcoming season by adding former Kansas and Alabama guard Rylen Griffin, along with other key transfers. Griffin, who averaged 6.3 points at Kansas, is joined by Jamie Vinson from Texas and Marcus Hill, NC State’s leading scorer. With these additions, the Aggies are aiming for a competitive edge in the forthcoming college basketball season.

College Station, Texas – Texas A&M head men’s basketball coach Bucky McMillan is reinforcing his roster for the upcoming 2025-26 season with the addition of several key transfers. Among the latest recruits is former Kansas and Alabama guard Rylen Griffin, who has signed on with the Aggies.

Griffin, a 6-foot-6 graduate hailing from Richardson High School, brings significant experience to the team, having started in 20 of 33 games for the Kansas Jayhawks last season. During that campaign, he averaged 6.3 points per game and hit 41 three-pointers, ranking third on the team for the season. Prior to his time at Kansas, Griffin played at Alabama, where he had a more prominent role, averaging 11.2 points and 3.4 rebounds per game. His shooting efficiency at Alabama was noteworthy, as he recorded a 39.2% success rate from beyond the arc and 45.4% from the field.

Griffin’s signing marks the ninth transfer added to McMillan’s squad during this offseason, and notably, he is the seventh player acquired from a Power Five program. With his arrival, the Aggies’ roster has expanded to a total of 11 players.

In addition to Griffin, the Texas A&M roster will also feature Jamie Vinson, a 6-foot-11, 225-pound forward who recently transferred from Texas. Vinson had a limited role in his time with the Longhorns, averaging just 2.2 points and 1.1 rebounds over nine games. However, he comes with a strong pedigree, having graduated from Virginia’s Oak Hill Academy, where he was ranked as the No. 217 overall prospect in the 2024 On3 Industry Ranking. He was also recognized as the No. 47 power forward and the No. 8 player in the state of Virginia.

Another addition to McMillan’s roster is Marcus Hill, who was NC State’s leading scorer for the recent season. Hill played in 34 games, making 25 starts with an average of 11.5 points per game. His performance peaked with a season-high of 23 points in a game against Florida State. With a career spanning multiple institutions, including Bowling Green, where he excelled as an All-MAC player, Hill has tallied an impressive 2,081 points through 107 games, shooting 47.2% from the field. His talent was notably established during his initial two seasons at Southern Union Community College, where he averaged 24.4 points.

These strategic signings reflect Texas A&M’s commitment to enhancing its roster and aiming for a competitive edge in the upcoming college basketball season. Coach McMillan’s focus on acquiring high-impact players from reputable programs indicates a dedicated strategy to strengthen the team’s performance amidst an evolving collegiate basketball landscape.

The upcoming season presents an exciting opportunity for the Aggies as they look to integrate these new players into the team dynamic. Texas A&M’s strengthened roster bodes well for their ambitions, as they prepare for what promises to be a highly competitive season ahead.

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