Former Duke basketball reserve Sean Stewart is officially joining the Oregon Ducks.

Just a week ago, the former Blue Devil and Ohio State forward seemed likely to land at either Georgetown or return to the Buckeyes for another season. But as is often the case with transfer portal decisions, things shifted quickly.

On Wednesday afternoon, On3’s Joe Tipton reported that the 6-foot-9, 227-pound Florida native has committed to Oregon, keeping him in the Big Ten for now despite his move to the West Coast.

The Ducks wrapped up last season with a 25-10 record, marking their 15th consecutive 20-win campaign under head coach Dana Altman.

Stewart, a former five-star recruit and McDonald’s All American ranked No. 17 in the 2023 247Sports Composite, started full-time at Ohio State last season after a limited freshman role at Duke. He averaged 5.7 points and 5.8 rebounds over 18.4 minutes per game for the Buckeyes.

With two years of eligibility left, Stewart is one of seven players who transferred out of Duke last offseason.

A big man commits to UNC basketball.

UNC Lands Key Frontcourt Addition in Arizona Transfer Henri Veesaar

After a determined recruiting effort, North Carolina has landed the big man they were aiming for. On Friday afternoon, former Arizona center Henri Veesaar officially committed to the Tar Heels, providing the team with a much-needed boost in the frontcourt. The 7-foot Estonian brings two years of eligibility with him to Chapel Hill.

Veesaar entered the transfer portal on March 31, and UNC quickly emerged as one of the top programs pursuing him. The Tar Heels made it a priority to host him on campus before the NCAA’s recruiting dead period, highlighting just how serious they were, and Veesaar’s reciprocated interest made for a smooth match.

Over two seasons at Arizona, Veesaar showed consistent improvement. As a sophomore, he came off the bench in most games but made a noticeable impact, averaging 9.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.1 blocks per contest. His ability to stretch the floor — shooting 32.7% from beyond the arc — and effectiveness in pick-and-roll situations make him a versatile and valuable option at the center position.

UNC entered the offseason with a clear need for size and mobility in the paint, and Veesaar checks both boxes. Although several quality bigs were available in the portal, it was evident from the start that he was a top priority for Hubert Davis and his staff.

Veesaar’s addition represents a significant win for the Tar Heels as they work to reshape the roster ahead of the 2025–26 season. While point guard remains an area to address, locking in Veesaar fills a critical hole and helps solidify UNC’s frontcourt rotation moving forward.