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Texas A&M Coach Bucky McMillan Provides Update on Injured Star McKenzie Mgbako
The Aggies forward is expected to return this summer after a season-ending foot injury.
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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Texas A&M head coach Bucky McMillan provided an update on injured forward McKenzie Mgbako, saying the player is progressing well in his recovery and is expected to return to the team this summer. Mgbako suffered a season-ending foot injury earlier this season but McMillan believes he has the potential to be a first-round NBA draft pick.
Why it matters
Mgbako was a key contributor for the Aggies before his injury, averaging 10.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game. His return next season could be a major boost for the team as they look to bounce back from their recent struggles.
The details
During an appearance on the Aggies Basketball Hour, McMillan said Mgbako "is doing everything he's supposed to do and should be back this summer." The coach also noted that Mgbako "looked like a first rounder" before the injury, indicating the high potential the forward possesses.
- Mgbako suffered a season-ending foot injury earlier this season.
- McMillan provided the update on Mgbako's recovery during a recent appearance on the Aggies Basketball Hour.
The players
Bucky McMillan
The head coach of the Texas A&M men's basketball team.
McKenzie Mgbako
A forward for the Texas A&M Aggies who suffered a season-ending foot injury earlier this season.
What they’re saying
“He's doing well, McMillan said on the Aggies Basketball Hour. "He's doing everything he's supposed to do and should be back this summer. I hate that fans didn't get to see how he was playing this summer. He looked like a first rounder.”
— Bucky McMillan, Head Coach (Aggies Basketball Hour)
What’s next
If Mgbako chooses to return to Texas A&M next season, he could be a key contributor in the Aggies' frontcourt as they look to bounce back from their recent struggles.
The takeaway
Mgbako's potential return next season provides a glimmer of hope for the Aggies, who have been hampered by injuries and inconsistent play this year. His recovery and development will be something to closely monitor as Texas A&M aims to build around experienced players and return to the NCAA Tournament.
