In a move that's sure to shake up the college basketball scene, Tyler Lundblade, the standout from Belmont and reigning Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Year, is reportedly entering the transfer portal with one year of eligibility left. This decision could have significant implications, especially considering his connections to Kansas State and their new head coach, Casey Alexander. It’s a development that fans in Manhattan will definitely want to keep an eye on.
According to Joe Tipton from On3, Lundblade’s agency has confirmed his plans to explore all available options once the portal opens the day after the NCAA Tournament national title game on April 7.
Lundblade has proven himself to be a sharpshooter, ranking 36th nationally in 3-point percentage with an impressive 40.6% conversion rate. He’s not just a perimeter threat, though; he averaged 15.6 points per game and was a leader in 3-point makes per contest. Adding to his accolades, Lundblade was the top free-throw shooter in the country.
His journey has been anything but conventional. Lundblade started as a walk-on at SMU, redshirting his first year, before moving to TCU.
There, he once again walked on, earned a scholarship, and faced a setback after surgery for a sports hernia. His resilience led him to Belmont, where he not only topped the nation in 3-point shooting percentage during the 2024-25 season but also earned the MVC Player of the Year title for 2025-26.
Lundblade’s story is one of perseverance and talent, and his next move will certainly be one to watch as he continues to make his mark in college basketball.