Indiana Mr. Basketball Commits to Closer-to-Home School

Flory Bidunga, the 2024 Indiana Mr. Basketball, transfers after two seasons at Kansas.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 7:37pm

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Flory Bidunga, the 2024 Indiana Mr. Basketball winner, has entered the transfer portal for the second consecutive offseason. After spending his first two collegiate seasons at Kansas, Bidunga has now committed to a school closer to his hometown of Kokomo, Indiana.

Why it matters

Bidunga was one of the top high school basketball players in the state of Indiana and his transfer to a closer-to-home school is significant news for local fans and the state's basketball community. This move also highlights the increasing trend of top high school talents entering the transfer portal to find a better fit for their college careers.

The details

Bidunga, a 6'9" forward, was named Indiana's Mr. Basketball in 2024 after a standout high school career at Kokomo High School. He then spent his first two seasons playing at the University of Kansas. However, Bidunga has now entered the transfer portal for the second consecutive offseason and has committed to a school closer to his hometown.

  • Bidunga was named Indiana Mr. Basketball in 2024.
  • Bidunga spent his first two collegiate seasons at the University of Kansas.
  • Bidunga has now entered the transfer portal for the second consecutive offseason.

The players

Flory Bidunga

A 6'9" forward who was named Indiana's Mr. Basketball in 2024 after a standout high school career at Kokomo High School. He spent his first two collegiate seasons at the University of Kansas before entering the transfer portal.

Kokomo High School

The high school that Flory Bidunga attended, where he was named Indiana Mr. Basketball in 2024.

University of Kansas

The college where Flory Bidunga spent his first two collegiate seasons before entering the transfer portal.

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What’s next

Bidunga's new school has not yet been announced, but his transfer to a closer-to-home program will be closely watched by Indiana basketball fans.

The takeaway

Bidunga's transfer highlights the increasing trend of top high school talents entering the portal to find a better fit for their college careers. His move to a school closer to his hometown of Kokomo is significant news for local fans and the state's basketball community.