Wake Forest Forward Marqus Marion Enters Transfer Portal

The junior from Denmark is the first Deacon to enter the portal this offseason.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 1:37pm

Marqus Marion, a junior forward for the Wake Forest basketball team, has entered the NCAA transfer portal. Marion, a 3-star recruit from Denmark, has played limited minutes in his three seasons with the Deacons, averaging just 12 minutes per game this past season and scoring a total of 52 points over 41 games.

Why it matters

Marion's decision to enter the transfer portal signals the start of the offseason player movement period, where student-athletes can explore opportunities to play more minutes at other programs. As a former top recruit, Marion's transfer could open up a scholarship spot for the Deacons and provide him a chance to realize more of his potential at a new school.

The details

In his three seasons at Wake Forest, Marion played just 474 total minutes, scoring 52 points. After redshirting in the 2024-25 season, he averaged 12 minutes per game this past year, scoring 29 total points. The 3-star prospect from Denmark was the top recruit in his class for the Deacons.

  • Marqus Marion entered the NCAA transfer portal on March 27, 2026.

The players

Marqus Marion

A junior forward for the Wake Forest basketball team who has entered the NCAA transfer portal after three seasons with limited playing time.

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What’s next

It remains to be seen where Marion will transfer to, but his decision to enter the portal opens up a scholarship spot for the Deacons and provides him an opportunity to find a program where he can earn more playing time and showcase his potential.

The takeaway

Marion's transfer represents the start of the offseason player movement period, where student-athletes can explore new opportunities to develop their skills and contribute more significantly to a team's success. As programs look to reload their rosters, transfers like Marion's can have a significant impact on the college basketball landscape.