Texas A&M faces backcourt uncertainty as Duke Miles re-enters transfer portal
Texas A&M basketball faces another shake-up as Oklahoma transfer guard Duke Miles re-enters the NCAA transfer portal, just over a week after committing to the Aggies.
Miles, who was expected to compete for a starting role under new head coach Bucky McMillan, has officially submitted paperwork to be released from his National Letter of Intent (NLI). This marks his second decommitment of the transfer cycle, following his earlier decision to back out of a commitment to Virginia.
The reason behind Miles' departure remains unclear, but speculation suggests Texas A&M's pursuit of another guard may have influenced his decision. Whether the Aggies were proactively seeking additional backcourt talent or Miles reacted to the news of another potential addition, his exit leaves a gap in McMillan's roster-building efforts.
With the Aggies actively reshaping their lineup through the transfer portal, McMillan and his staff will now look to secure another guard to bolster their roster for the upcoming season. Texas A&M's aggressive approach in the portal continues to shape the future of Aggies basketball, as they aim to build a competitive squad for SEC play.
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