In a stunning twist that’s sending shockwaves through the college basketball world, a 5-star Auburn basketball forward has officially entered the transfer portal and is heading to a rival SEC program, sources confirmed late Saturday night.
The move comes amid reports of growing off-court tensions within the Auburn program, including reported disagreements with coaches, frustration over playing time, and internal locker room drama that has now spilled into the national spotlight.
The player, who came to Auburn as one of the most hyped recruits in recent memory, showed flashes of brilliance in his freshman season — drawing NBA attention with his size, athleticism, and scoring ability. But despite his potential, rumblings of dissatisfaction began surfacing toward the end of the season, and now it’s official: he’s gone — and he’s not going far.
Multiple sources indicate the star forward is transferring to an SEC rival, with early buzz pointing toward schools like Kentucky, Alabama, or Tennessee as the most likely landing spots.
“This isn’t about basketball,” one source close to the situation said. “There’s a lot more going on behind the scenes, and the player felt it was time for a fresh start — even if that meant going to a rival.”
Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl has not publicly commented on the transfer yet, but the loss is a significant blow to the Tigers’ frontcourt depth and future plans. The program had expected the forward to be a centerpiece for the 2025 season and a leader in their March Madness run.
Fans are reeling. Auburn Twitter lit up with reactions ranging from heartbreak to outrage, especially with the player reportedly in talks with bitter rivals.
“Transferring is one thing,” one fan wrote. “But to a rival? That’s betrayal.”
The player is expected to make his new destination public within the next 48 hours.
For now, Auburn faces more questions than answers — and one of the SEC’s most electric young stars is suiting up for the other side.
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