Oregon is facing another shake-up in their lineup as forward Kwame Evans Jr. has decided to enter the transfer portal. This move, confirmed by Evans' agent, will take place during the upcoming 15-day window starting April 7.
Standing at 6-foot-10, Evans came to Oregon with high expectations as a five-star recruit and a 2023 McDonald's All-American from Montverde Academy in Florida. Over the past season, he started 30 games and hit career-highs, averaging 13.3 points and 7.4 rebounds per game. These numbers made him a standout performer for the Ducks.
The team is already in a period of transition, having lost senior starters Nate Bittle and Takai Simpkins. With Evans' departure, Oregon must now fill the void left by their most reliable player from a challenging 2025-26 season, which saw the Ducks finish with a 12-20 record. This marked their first losing season in 16 years under the guidance of coach Dana Altman.
Evans' tenure at Oregon was marked by significant contributions over three seasons, playing in 101 games and starting in 62. He was instrumental in their 2024 Pac-12 Tournament victory and helped the team reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament in both 2024 and 2025. As Evans looks to the future, Oregon will need to navigate these changes to regain their competitive edge.