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Penn State star guard Kayden Mingo to transfer to Baylor
The sophomore guard is leaving the Nittany Lions after two seasons.
Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:46pm
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Mingo's transfer to Baylor represents a significant shift in the landscape of college basketball, as the star guard leaves Penn State for a powerhouse program.Penn State Erie TodayKayden Mingo, a standout sophomore guard for the Penn State men's basketball team, has announced that he will be transferring to Baylor University for the upcoming season. Mingo was a key contributor for the Nittany Lions, averaging 14.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game last season.
Why it matters
Mingo's departure is a significant loss for the Penn State program, as he was one of their top players. His transfer to a powerhouse program like Baylor will give him a chance to compete at a higher level and potentially improve his professional prospects. Penn State will now need to find a way to replace Mingo's production and leadership on the team.
The details
Mingo, a native of Erie, Pennsylvania, has decided to leave Penn State after two seasons with the team. In his sophomore campaign, he helped lead the Nittany Lions to a 17-14 record and a berth in the NIT tournament. Mingo's decision to transfer comes just a week after the conclusion of Penn State's season, in which they fell to Rutgers in the first round of the NIT.
- Mingo announced his transfer decision on April 16, 2026.
- The 2025-26 season was Mingo's sophomore year at Penn State.
The players
Kayden Mingo
A sophomore guard who was a key player for the Penn State men's basketball team, averaging 14.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game last season.
Mike Rhoades
The head coach of the Penn State men's basketball team.
Baylor University
A Division I college basketball program that Kayden Mingo will be transferring to for the upcoming season.
What they’re saying
“Kayden was a valuable member of our team and we wish him the best of luck at Baylor.”
— Mike Rhoades, Head Coach, Penn State Men's Basketball
What’s next
Mingo will have to sit out the 2026-27 season due to NCAA transfer rules, but will have two years of eligibility remaining at Baylor starting in the 2027-28 season.
The takeaway
Mingo's transfer to Baylor is a significant loss for the Penn State basketball program, as he was one of their top players. However, the move will give Mingo a chance to compete at a higher level and potentially improve his professional prospects. Penn State will now need to find a way to replace Mingo's production and leadership on the team.
