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Micah Handlogten commits to Ole Miss for fifth college season

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 6:30 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Micah Handlogten commits to Ole Miss for fifth college season

Summary

Micah Handlogten, the former Florida player, has committed to Ole Miss as he seeks a fifth season in college basketball. He entered the NCAA transfer portal in April after signing an Exhibit 10 contract with the Utah Jazz but has opted for further college eligibility instead. Handlogten contributed to Florida's national championship run in 2025 and played 34 games last season, averaging 4.1 points and 5.9 rebounds. His commitment marks the eighth transfer addition for Ole Miss under coach Chris Beard, who has focused on strengthening the frontcourt this offseason.

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Status Watch

•Handlogten averaged 4.1 points and 5.9 rebounds last season at Florida.
•He committed to Ole Miss just months before the 2026-2027 season.
•Handlogten previously signed with the Utah Jazz but chose college eligibility.
•This is the eighth transfer commitment for Ole Miss this offseason.
•Seven of the eight new recruits are forwards or centers.

Latest Updates

6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Former Florida center Micah Handlogten commits to SEC rival Ole Miss
3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Florida transfer Micah Handlogten commits to Ole Miss, pursuing 5th season of eligibility

What they're saying

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Just a couple of months before the 2026-2027 season begins, Chris Beard has made a major splash in the NCAA transfer portal. Former Florida star Micah Handlogten has committed to Ole Miss, On3’s Joe Tipton has learned. Handlogten entered the portal back in April, hoping to get another season of college eligibility. At the same […]
— Yahoo Sports