3 Potential Landing Spots for Former Michigan Guard Winters Grady

The freshman guard has entered the transfer portal after winning a national championship with the Wolverines.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 4:03pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the abstract forms and movements of a college basketball game, with no recognizable players or teams.Grady's transfer from the national champion Wolverines reflects the constant roster churn in college basketball, as even title-winning teams must navigate the transfer portal.Tualatin Today

Winters Grady, a freshman guard for the national champion Michigan Wolverines, has entered the NCAA transfer portal just days after the team's title victory. The 6'5" Oregon native played limited minutes as a freshman, but is now exploring options to continue his college basketball career elsewhere.

Why it matters

Grady's transfer represents a key roster change for the Wolverines as they look to defend their national title. His departure opens up a scholarship spot that head coach Dusty May will need to fill through the transfer portal or recruiting. For Grady, finding the right fit will be crucial to maximize his potential and playing time.

The details

As a freshman, Grady appeared in 9 games for Michigan, averaging 2.9 points and 1.1 rebounds in 6.2 minutes per contest. The four-star recruit out of Tualatin, Oregon has drawn interest from several programs, including his home-state schools Oregon State and Oregon, as well as Colorado.

  • Grady entered the transfer portal on April 8, 2026, the day after Michigan won the national championship.
  • Michigan defeated UConn in the title game on April 6, 2026.

The players

Winters Grady

A 6'5" freshman guard who played limited minutes for the national champion Michigan Wolverines in the 2025-26 season.

Dusty May

The head coach of the Michigan Wolverines, who will need to replace Grady on the roster after his transfer.

Justin Joyner

The incoming head coach of the Oregon State Beavers, who previously served as an assistant coach at Michigan and may look to bring Grady with him.

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What they’re saying

“Not only does May have to acquire talent from the portal, but he is also losing players to it.”

— Justice Steiner, Author

What’s next

Grady will now evaluate his options and decide on a new program to continue his college basketball career. Oregon State, Oregon, and Colorado have all been identified as potential landing spots for the former Michigan guard.

The takeaway

Grady's transfer from the national champion Michigan Wolverines highlights the fluid nature of college basketball rosters in the modern era. As players seek more playing time and opportunities, programs must constantly adapt to maintain their competitiveness.