The Wisconsin Badgers landed a transfer commitment from former San Diego State guard Nick Boyd on Sunday.
The four-star prospect chose Wisconsin over top contender North Carolina, which he also visited during his recruitment. The rising sixth-year senior is 247Sports' No. 45 overall player in the portal and No. 11 shooting guard. His addition pushed the Badgers' transfer class up to No. 16 nationally.
Boyd joins Wisconsin after a strong 2024-25 season at San Diego State. He led the Aztecs in points (13.4) and assists (3.9 assists) while shooting 41% from the floor and 35% from 3. While the team fell in the NCAA Tournament First Four to North Carolina, the year continued Boyd's strong career trajectory after an impressive multi-year run at FAU.
Wisconsin's starting lineup and rotation continue to gain clarity with Boyd's addition. He is a write-in starting combo guard beside John Blackwell, assuming Blackwell doesn't enter the NBA draft. The two should create one of the Big Ten's better backcourt duos.
For more on the fallout from Boyd's commitment and what it means for the Badgers' 2025-26 season, here are some key takeaways:
Boyd adds a key veteran presence and a track record of March success
Boyd's strong production (13.4 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.9 assists in 2024-25) is enough of a reason to be excited about his commitment. But past the statistical profile, the senior guard brings a March Madness track record that none on Wisconsin's roster can match. Boyd helped lead FAU to an ...
