Gamecocks Land Five Transfers, Boosting SEC Title Hopes

0:00On April 29th, head coach Lamont Paris just dropped some big news for South Carolina Gamecocks basketball, announcing five key transfers signing on. For the 2026-27 season, we're talking forward Alexis Biliowskas from Wisconsin, guard Shane Blakeney from Drexel, forward Camden Hyde from Texas, guard Cory Mincey from George Mason, and forward Jack of Neckas from Duquesne. These guys bring size, shooting, and tournament experience to the squad. These transfers are battle-tested. Biliowskas, a 6 foot 10 Lithuanian big, started as a true freshman for the Badgers, helping them reach the NCAA tournament with solid rebounding, and three-point pop. Blakeney, a 6 foot 5 South Carolina native, exploded for 14 points of game last year at Drexel, earning all conference nods on both ends. Meanwhile, Hyde is a sharpshooter with national championship game experience from Purdue and a game winner at Texas that sent them to the suite.

1:0016. Mincey, the 6 foot 1-point guard, led George Mason to 23 wins, dishing assists, and locking down defenders. Neckas adds front-core versatility from Duquesne, where he started every game he played. Paris is hyped, calling them proven winners with NCAA pedigree, elite shooting, and the grit to elevate the locker room. Their combined stats scream depth, double-digit scores, rebounders, and tournament vets ready to compete in the SEC. This hall positions the game cocks to reload strong, blending international flair and college polish for a run at something special come next season.