7-Foot Transfer JT Rock Joins Kansas State

The New Mexico center will play for the Wildcats next season.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:46am

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A cubist-style painting depicting the fragmented movements and presence of a basketball player, rendered in the official team colors of Kansas State University and the University of New Mexico.The angular, geometric style captures the imposing physicality and skill of 7-foot transfer JT Rock as he joins the Kansas State Wildcats.Manhattan Today

JT Rock, a 7-foot-1 center, has transferred from the University of New Mexico to join the Kansas State Wildcats basketball team. Rock announced his commitment on social media on Monday, April 13, making him the latest addition to the Wildcats' roster under head coach Casey Alexander.

Why it matters

The addition of the towering Rock gives Kansas State a much-needed presence in the paint as they look to improve on their 14-16 record from last season. Rock's size and skill set could make him an immediate impact player for the Wildcats as they aim to climb the ranks in the Big 12 Conference.

The details

Rock spent the past two seasons playing for the University of New Mexico, where he averaged 9.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game. The 7-foot-1 center will now bring his interior dominance to Manhattan, Kansas to join Casey Alexander's Wildcats squad.

  • Rock announced his transfer commitment on April 13, 2026.
  • He will join the Kansas State team for the upcoming 2026-27 season.

The players

JT Rock

A 7-foot-1 center who is transferring from the University of New Mexico to play for Kansas State University.

Casey Alexander

The head coach of the Kansas State Wildcats men's basketball team.

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What’s next

Rock will begin practicing with the Kansas State team this summer in preparation for the 2026-27 season.

The takeaway

The addition of the towering JT Rock gives Kansas State a much-needed boost in the frontcourt as they look to improve on their performance in the Big 12 Conference next season.