Texas Reloads Transfer Portal With Mikey Lewis as Sean Miller Builds SEC Power
Texas strengthened its already elite transfer class by landing former Saint Mary’s guard Mikey Lewis, a key addition in Sean Miller’s push toward SEC contention.
- Glenn Catubig
- 3 min read
The Texas Longhorns continued its aggressive roster rebuild under head coach Sean Miller by securing one of the most notable late additions in the 2026 college basketball transfer portal. The Longhorns added former Saint Mary’s guard Mikey Lewis, further strengthening an already deep incoming class in the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball.
Lewis’ commitment represents another significant win for Texas in a transfer cycle that has reshaped the program’s roster. His decision came after an extended recruitment process following coaching changes at Saint Mary’s, which triggered multiple departures.
The rising junior ultimately chose Texas over several major programs, including Villanova, Washington, and Oregon, according to reports. His addition adds both scoring depth and perimeter shooting to a reshaped Longhorns rotation.
With the portal window nearing completion, Texas has positioned itself as one of the most active and successful programs in roster reconstruction.
1. Lewis Emerges As Key Late Portal Addition
Lewis entered the transfer market after a wave of roster uncertainty at Saint Mary’s, where several players departed following a coaching transition. That movement opened the door for a competitive recruitment process involving multiple high-major programs. After weighing his options, Lewis committed to Texas, giving the Longhorns another experienced perimeter piece. His decision followed weeks of evaluation and interest from several Power Five programs. His arrival continues a trend of Texas targeting proven scorers who can contribute immediately in conference play. The coaching staff prioritized guards with offensive versatility and shooting ability. Lewis fits that profile as a player capable of spacing the floor and handling secondary playmaking responsibilities.
2. Breakout Season At Saint Mary’s
Lewis made a notable leap in production during his final season with Saint Mary’s. He increased his scoring average from 8.2 points per game in 2024–25 to 13.9 points per game in 2025–26. He also ranked among the top shooters in the West Coast Conference, finishing 11th in made three-pointers per game at 2.1. That improvement reflected both expanded usage and improved confidence as a perimeter scorer. While his production was at times inconsistent, Lewis showed an ability to deliver in key moments. He often served as one of the team’s primary scoring options when offensive rhythm stalled. His standout performances included a 31-point outing against Gonzaga in the regular-season finale, one of the strongest individual displays in conference play.
3. Texas Builds One Of Portal’s Strongest Classes
Lewis joins a transfer class that already includes several high-profile additions for Texas. The group features former TCU standout David Punch, Auburn guard Elyjah Freeman, Tennessee guard Amari Evans, and Colorado guard Isaiah Johnson. Each of those players was widely regarded as a strong contributor in the portal market, giving Texas one of the most talent-rich incoming groups in the nation. The overhaul reflects Sean Miller’s rapid roster construction following a strong foundation season that included a surprise run to the Sweet Sixteen. With momentum building, Texas now enters the 2026–27 campaign with expectations of competing for an SEC title after a productive offseason of roster upgrades.