Silas Demary Jr. Returning to UConn Men's Basketball

Key contributor set to rejoin national title contenders

Apr. 15, 2026 at 12:50am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a UConn basketball player in motion, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of vibrant blue, green, and orange hues conveying the dynamic energy of the sport.Silas Demary Jr.'s return to the UConn lineup injects the Huskies with renewed energy and championship aspirations.Providence Today

UConn men's basketball is getting a major boost as Silas Demary Jr. has announced he will return to the team for the 2026-27 season. Demary, a transfer from Georgia, was a key part of the Huskies' starting lineup last year, leading the team in steals and assists while earning All-Big East First Team and All-Defensive Team honors.

Why it matters

Demary's return is a huge win for the Huskies as they look to build on their recent national championship success. His playmaking and defensive abilities were crucial to UConn's run to the Final Four, and his presence will be invaluable as the team aims for another title.

The details

In his first season with UConn, Demary started 38 of 40 games, averaging 10.1 points, 4.5 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and 1.6 steals per game. He scored a season-high 23 points at Providence on January 7 and recorded a triple-double against Bryant on November 23. An ankle sprain limited his usage in the NCAA tournament, but he still helped the Huskies reach the Final Four.

  • Demary announced his return on Instagram on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.
  • He will be back for the 2026-27 season, UConn's next campaign.

The players

Silas Demary Jr.

A transfer from Georgia, Demary was a key part of UConn's starting lineup last season, leading the team in steals and assists while earning All-Big East honors.

Jayden Ross

A rising senior for the Huskies, Ross is another key contributor who has committed to returning to UConn next season.

Eric Reibe

A center for UConn, Reibe has announced he will be entering the transfer portal for next season.

Rrezon Elezaj

Another UConn center, Elezaj has also announced he will be entering the transfer portal for next season.

Braylon Mullins

A Husky player who may depart UConn for the transfer portal or the NBA draft.

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What’s next

With Demary back in the fold, UConn will likely need to bring in one more point guard out of the transfer portal to replace the departed Malachi Smith.

The takeaway

Silas Demary Jr.'s decision to return to UConn is a major boost for the Huskies as they look to build on their recent national championship success. His playmaking and defensive abilities will be crucial to the team's title aspirations next season.