BYU Starter Kennard Davis Enters the Transfer Portal

Davis averaged 8.5 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game last season.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:23am

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After one season at BYU, starting wing Kennard Davis is entering the NCAA Transfer Portal. Davis appeared in 32 games for the Cougars, starting every game he played. He struggled to consistently score throughout the season but saw improved numbers after an injury to teammate Richie Saunders.

Why it matters

Davis' departure is part of a larger exodus from the BYU basketball program, as the team will be replacing five starters next season. The Cougars will need to be active in the transfer portal to replace Davis and other key players who are leaving.

The details

Davis came to BYU after a breakout season at Southern Illinois, where he averaged 18 points per game. At BYU, he averaged 8.5 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game. With Saunders out due to injury, Davis stepped into a larger role and his numbers improved.

  • Davis appeared in 32 games for BYU last season.
  • Davis is entering the NCAA Transfer Portal after one year at BYU.

The players

Kennard Davis

A starting wing for BYU who is entering the transfer portal after one season with the Cougars. He previously had a breakout year at Southern Illinois, where he averaged 18 points per game.

Richie Saunders

A BYU player who suffered a season-ending injury, leading to Davis taking on a larger role.

AJ Dybantsa

A BYU player who may declare for the NBA Draft, leaving the Cougars with five new starters next season.

Collin Chandler

A former BYU signee who entered the transfer portal after playing his first two years at Kentucky. The connections between Chandler and BYU make him a player to monitor.

Robert Wright III

BYU's starting point guard who has also entered the transfer portal.

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What’s next

BYU will need to be active in the transfer portal to replace Davis and other starters who are leaving the program. The Cougars will likely need to bring in a new starting wing, point guard, and at least one big man.

The takeaway

The departure of Kennard Davis is part of a larger exodus from the BYU basketball program, as the team will be replacing five starters next season. The Cougars will need to be strategic in the transfer portal to rebuild their roster and remain competitive.