How D-II college basketball coaches adapt to the transfer portal era
Augusta University men's basketball coach Dip Metress lost two top scorers to Division-I programs during the 2025 offseason due to the NCAA transfer portal. The transfer portal has made Division-II programs a stepping stone for players to achieve their goals, with many leaving for higher-level programs or professional opportunities.
The NCAA transfer portal has significantly impacted Division-II college basketball, with top players transferring to Division-I programs. Augusta University men's basketball coach Dip Metress lost two top scorers during the 2025 offseason. The portal, introduced in 2018, was initially meant to streamline the transfer process. The NCAA's one-time transfer rule in 2021 allowed players to transfer without penalty, changing the landscape for D-II programs. Players can now treat D-II as a stepping stone to D-I or professional careers. Many D-II players leave for D-I due to higher potential for professional opportunities. Augusta University lacks NIL funding, making it difficult to retain top talent. D-II programs can still provide a pathway to professional careers overseas, but often can't compete with D-I programs' lucrative NIL packages.
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