Butler SF Jamie Kaiser to enter NCAA transfer portal

The four-star recruit spent one season with the Bulldogs after transferring from Maryland.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 2:54pm

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Butler small forward Jamie Kaiser plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal after spending one season with the Bulldogs. Kaiser, a four-star recruit out of IMG Academy in Florida, put up 9.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and one assist per game this season while shooting 43.6% from the floor. He previously played one season at Maryland before redshirting in 2024-25.

Why it matters

Kaiser was a highly touted recruit coming out of high school, and his decision to enter the transfer portal could signal a desire to find a better fit or more playing time at another program. Transfers have become increasingly common in college basketball, with players looking to maximize their remaining eligibility.

The details

As a member of the Class of 2023, Kaiser was the No. 8 overall prospect in Florida, the No. 17 shooting guard in the class and the No. 73 overall prospect. He played in all 33 games for Maryland as a true freshman, averaging 19.5 minutes per game and 4.4 points. After redshirting in 2024-25, Kaiser joined Butler this past season but saw his production and playing time decline compared to his time at Maryland.

  • Kaiser spent one season with Butler in 2025-26.
  • He redshirted during the 2024-25 season, his first on campus.
  • As a true freshman, Kaiser played in all 33 games for Maryland in 2023-24.

The players

Jamie Kaiser

A four-star small forward who spent one season with Butler after transferring from Maryland, where he played as a true freshman.

Eric Hicks

Kaiser's cousin who played in the NFL for 13 years.

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What they’re saying

“Jamie Kaiser is a long-armed, strong frame wing. His jump shot is textbook, and he takes it with deep range and confidence. The lateral mobility will be a question, but his strength and motor allow him to be a good defender. Kaiser knows his game and his spots and plays an efficient basketball brand.”

— Jamie Shaw, On3 Scouting Report

The takeaway

Kaiser's decision to enter the transfer portal after just one season at Butler highlights the increasing fluidity of the college basketball landscape, where players are often seeking the best fit and opportunity to maximize their remaining eligibility. His pedigree as a four-star recruit suggests he could be an attractive option for other programs looking to add a versatile wing player.