Women’s NCAA basketball transfer rankings for 2026-27 season

The women’s college basketball transfer portal officially opened on Monday, and by the end of the day more than 1,000 players had entered.

In previous years the portal was opened during the NCAA Tournament. New rules this year prohibited any official activity until the season ends on Sunday UCLA spanking South Carolina For the championship. The transfer portal window is also shorter this year, closing on April 20.

iowa state‘S audi cruxThe country’s second leading scorer is the player who has made the biggest impact on the portal to date. The Cyclones’ roster was destroyed, with 10 players entering the portal. Georgia Lost nine players after coach Katie Abrahamson-Henderson left, but no program was as heavily or publicly impacted as tennessee.

Lady Vols coach Kim Caldwell is now tasked with overhauling her entire roster. They also lost the No. 2 recruit in the country, Olivia Edwards, who had committed to the Lady Vols but Requested release from his national letter of intent. Every player from Caldwell’s No. 2-rated recruiting class from a year ago is gone.

Some players have announced where their next destination will be, but that process will be completed over the next few weeks. This list will grow and change as players find their new teams, and as more players enter the portal over the next 14 days. And we will continue to update the rankings.

1. audi crux6-3, C, Junior, iowa state

Crux is one of the best transfers available and also the most interesting. While he has a nearly unbeatable post presence and is second in the nation in scoring (25.8 ppg), Crooks doesn’t fit into every system and has limitations. Trainers may need to change their approach to incorporate that. Crux may be the big scorer a competitor needs to take the next step, but a program’s willingness to make major philosophical changes with one season left may short-circuit the market for Crux.

2. Kimora Johnson5-7, G, Junior, Virginia

in view of Dismissal of coach Amaka Agugua-HamiltonVirginia has lost several players to the transfer portal, but none more impactful than Johnson. One of the best players in the ACC, who came into the national spotlight with her stellar NCAA Tournament performance, Johnson helped the Cavaliers reach the Sweet 16. She ranked second in the ACC in scoring (19.5 ppg) and first in assists (6.3 apg).

3. liv mcgill5-9, G, So., Florida

The only player in the country to average at least 20 points, six rebounds and six assists, McGill was a cornerstone of the Gators for two seasons, but will not remain with new coach Tammy Reese. McGill, who is from Minnesota and played in the same high school as Paige Bueckers, can score in a variety of ways and has the potential to be a game changer for a top-tier program that needs to replace one or two top offensive players.

4. Taleshia Cooper6-0, G, Jr., tennessee

Cooper is eligible for the WNBA Draft, but has decided to play one more college season – but at a third school after stops at South Carolina and Tennessee. One of the few Lady Vols to consistently produce in Kim Caldwell’s unorthodox system in Knoxville, Cooper could still benefit from more consistent minutes. He averaged 16.0 points per game and shot 34.3% from 3-point range. His length is an asset as both a perimeter defender and finisher at the rim.

5. dani carnegie5-9, G, So., Georgia

One of the best under-the-radar Portal acquisitions a year ago (from Georgia Tech), Carnegie was named first-team All-SEC, averaged 17.8 points per game, and helped the Lady Dogs have their best season in eight years. Carnegie is an even better scorer than he was with the Yellow Jackets, is a shot creator for himself or teammates, and can handle the responsibility of being the No. 1 option.

6. zamareya jones5-7, Yes, So., nc state

By doubling her minutes, point production and assists in her sophomore season, Jones was on the verge of becoming one of the ACC’s top guards. he and zoe brooks If Jones elected to stay in Raleigh it would be the best backcourt in the conference next year. She was second on the team to Brooks in scoring with 14.9 points and 3.8 assists per game. Jones was also the Wolfpack’s best 3-point shooter and was excellent in transition.

7. eddie brown6-2, F, Jr., Iowa State

The Cyclones’ season was derailed by Brown missing 11 games this season. His versatility was the perfect complement to Crooks, but now they are both leaving Ames, Iowa. She was honorable mention All-Big 12 as a freshman and second team all-conference last season, averaging 13.6 points, 8.1 rebounds and 5.2 assists for her career. Brown has proven she can play effectively off the ball and should fit into almost any system.

8. taryn barbot5-10, G, Junior, charleston

The best mid-major player in the portal, Barbot is a two-time CAA Player of the Year, averaging 20.1 points per game, which ranks 17th nationally. He demonstrated his potential for Power 4 conferences by scoring 36 points against Duke in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. his sister, Taylor BarbotWas 12th in the nation with 6.0 assists per game. Taryn and Taylor have played together in Charleston for three years, so expect a package deal.

9. Jada Williams5-8, PG, Jr., Iowa State

The move to Iowa State was good for Williams despite staying just one year after two years with Arizona. Williams became a better shooter, more disciplined point guard and ranked third in the country with 7.7 assists per game. With her agility and experience, Williams could make a move to another major conference program to fill a one-year gap at this point, such as tony morgan Did it at Kentucky this season.

10. nunu agra6-2, F, Junior, stanford

After averaging more than 15 points per game in consecutive seasons – but with no NCAA Tournament appearances – Egra is looking to finish his career elsewhere. Limited as a 3-point shooter but excellent in the lane, Agera shot 51.3% on 2-point field goal attempts and pulled down 8.7 rebounds per game. Not having the No. 1 option and defense being the primary focus could help Agera’s efficiency and her WNBA draft standing.

11. Aaliyah Crump6-1, F, Fr, texas

Health was an issue for Crump in his lone season with the Longhorns, but the talent was clearly there. The highest-rated recruit for Vic Schaefer in Texas – No. 5 overall – and a freshman to begin the season, Crump suffered a foot injury in November that kept him out for two months. He averaged 7.9 points per game and had 16 points against LSU and Arkansas in February. Texas is bringing in two highly regarded freshmen in this recent recruiting class, but Crump was a likely starter next season and a potential No. 1 scoring option in 2027-28 after he leaves. madison booker.

12. tilda trigger6-6, F, So., NC State

A native of Sweden, Trigger spent his first two years in the United States in Raleigh. She was productive with 10.6 points and 7.0 rebounds after playing more of a role as a freshman. With good shooting range and improved physicality, Trigger has a high ceiling and all-conference potential for his final two seasons.

13. mia pauldo5-6, G, Fr, Tennessee

Of all the Lady Vols’ departures, this one could hurt the most. Pauldo was Kim Caldwell’s biggest accomplishment in the No. 2-rated recruiting class of 2025. The entire recruiting class is now gone after one season. Pauldo was Tennessee’s third-leading scorer (10.4 ppg) and its best 3-point shooter (36.5%). Pauldo is also a pure point guard but was rarely able to fully showcase his skills in Knoxville. His sister is also included with him, Maia PauldoIn the portal.

14. madison st rose5-10, Yes, Senior, princeton

The least surprising player in the portal, St. Rose could not remain at Princeton due to Ivy League rules prohibiting redshirts. She missed most of the 2024–25 season with a knee injury, so St. Rose has eligibility left that she can’t use with the Tigers. St. Rose could help any national contender at the guard position after averaging 15.8 points on 47.9% shooting this season.

15. Kiyomi McMiller5-8, Yes, So., penn state

A volume shooter with electric offensive abilities, McMiller is looking for his third team in as many years. Clashes with the coaching staff in his freshman season at Rutgers pushed him to Penn State, where this season was quieter and more productive for McMiller (21.6 ppg). A coaching change opened the door for another transfer for the Lady Lions. McMiller’s raw talent should be high on this list, but his two teams were a total of 14 games below .500, and where he might best fit is the biggest question mark.

16. mia woolfolk6-3, F, So., Georgia

With marked improvement in his second season in Athens, Woolfolk played some of his best games against Georgia’s best opponents. He had 29 points against Oklahoma, 19 points and seven rebounds in the upset of Vanderbilt and 27 points in an NCAA Tournament loss to Virginia. Woolfolk’s strength lies in the low post, but she moves well and uses her quickness to get past taller opponents and get to the rim.

17. lara somfai6-3, F, Fr, Stanford

The Cardinal roster suffered some major losses when the portal opened, but none bigger than Somfai. It’s sad to lose Egra, but Somfai and fellow new players Hailey Swain It was believed that they were the building blocks that brought Stanford back to prominence. Somfai has three years of eligibility remaining. He averaged 10.8 points and 9.1 rebounds.

18. Justice Carlton6-1, F, So., Texas

A 28-game starter for the Final Four team this season, Carlton appeared to gain more and more trust from Vic Schaefer as the season progressed. Her strength is elite and she uses it to score from close range against taller defenders. Carlton averaged 8.5 points and 4.0 rebounds including a 15-point effort in the SEC Tournament championship game. His physicality made him a perfect fit for Texas, and his loss is a huge loss for the Longhorns.

19. kaylin smickle6-0, Yes, Senior, maryland

Health is a question mark, otherwise Smickle could be higher in these rankings. He was first-team All-Big Ten in 2025 after averaging 17.9 points per game before being limited to seven games this season and then opting to have knee surgery. This preserved Smickle’s final year of eligibility, which will now be used at his third school. Smickle, who began her career at Rutgers, never averaged less than 16.1 points in an entire season.

20. more civil6-0, G, Fr, Tennessee

The numbers were modest (6.4 ppg, 4.0 ppg), but Civil demonstrated the defensive skills and athleticism that should fit in anywhere. Ranked 20th in a recruiting class that also included the Pauldo sisters denia prowlCivil’s playing time increased in February, before those minutes were cut again after the season.

Also considered:

Achol Akot, oklahoma state; Carys Baker, Virginia Tech; gist kodi, alabama; skylar forbes, Marquette; lanny grant, North Carolina; gracie merklePenn State; Zahira Walton, george mason; jadin wootenoklahoma state