Gak's Giant Leap: Sooners Add Pro Center

0:00On April 30th, Oklahoma's Sooners just snagged a big man for their basketball squad in a fresh twist. They're adding 6'11 center, a cold agaq from Australia to the roster for the 2026-27 season. This G league vet brings pro-experience straight to college hoops without ever touching the NCAA before. Gaq built his game down under in Australia's NBA for five seasons from 2020 to 2025. He got a taste of the NBA summer league with the Chicago Bulls in 2022, then bounced to Mexico City Capitains in the G league last year. He wrapped up with an exhibit 10 deal alongside the Washington Wizards and their affiliate, Capital City Go-Go. This move taps into the growing trend of pros dipping back into college ball. Unlike most, Gaq skipped the draft in college entirely, so he's primed for full eligibility. Fans are buzzing about how this shakes up recruiting norms and gives mid majors like OU an edge.

1:00On the court, Gaq averaged 7.5 points in 3.7 rebounds this past season. He's the tallest guy on the Sooners now and steps right into the center battle against returning sophomore Ky Rogers for that starting nod. With Gaq anchoring the pain, expect the Sooners to flex deeper rotations and tougher interior D, heading into next year. Keeping Norman Hoops on the map.