Oregon Lands Versatile Transfer Tyrone Riley IV From San Francisco

The 6-5 forward provides needed depth and experience for the Ducks' depleted roster.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 12:53pm by

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The Oregon Ducks have landed a commitment from former San Francisco forward Tyrone Riley IV, one of the top available players in the transfer portal. Riley, a 6-5 forward, provides versatility and starting experience that Oregon desperately needs after losing several key contributors to the portal this offseason.

Why it matters

Oregon's roster has been ravaged by transfers, with the departures of players like Jackson Shelstad, Kwame Evans Jr., and Devon Pryor leaving major holes, especially on the wing. Riley's commitment gives head coach Dana Altman a proven, versatile piece to build around as he looks to reload the Ducks' roster.

The details

Riley, ranked as the No. 8 small forward and No. 71 overall player in the transfer portal by 247Sports, can play both wing positions and provide valuable minutes in the backcourt if needed. His size and experience make him an ideal fit to step in and contribute immediately for an Oregon team in transition.

  • Riley entered the transfer portal following the 2025-26 season at San Francisco.
  • He committed to Oregon on April 12, 2026.

The players

Tyrone Riley IV

A 6-5, 180-pound forward who spent the last three seasons at the University of San Francisco.

Dana Altman

The head coach of the Oregon Ducks men's basketball team, known for his ability to evaluate talent and get the most out of his players.

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What they’re saying

“Tyrone is a near perfect fit with the Ducks because he fits a need on the roster with his size and versatility in addition to a starting experience.”

— Dana Altman, Head Coach, Oregon Ducks

What’s next

Oregon will continue to be active in the transfer portal as they look to rebuild their roster, with guard and center being two of the top priorities.

The takeaway

Riley's commitment provides a much-needed boost of experience and versatility to an Oregon roster that has been decimated by transfers. His ability to play multiple positions will give coach Altman valuable lineup flexibility as he looks to reload the Ducks for the 2026-27 season.