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PORTAL WATCH: Georgetown Guard Malik Mack to Enter Transfer Portal

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VILLANOVA, PA - JANUARY 21: Malik Mack #2 of the Georgetown Hoyas is introduced before a college basketball game against the Villanova VILWIL Wildcats at Finneran Pavilion on January 21, 2026 in Villanova, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) | Getty Images Your Georgetown Hoyas may be facing an even steeper offseason climb today with the news that another key contributor intends to depart. Malik Mack, the team’s second-leading scorer and top minutes-earner over the past two seasons, has entered the transfer portal.

Mack played two seasons under head coach Ed Cooley on the Hilltop after transferring from Harvard. His departure signifies severe roster turnover for the coming year, for better or worse. At times, Mack appeared to be an ideal fit at point guard for the program.

Returning home to the DMV after his time at Harvard, the Oxon Hill native looked to prove his talent at a higher level of competition while continuing his education at a university known for its rich academic tradition and prestigious undergraduate degree. Hoyas fans were looking to Mack to be a smart, multi-dimensional lefty floor leader. Ahead of the 2024-25 season, Mack was on the Preseason Watch List for the Bob Cousy Award (top 20), which honors the nation’s top point guard.

This preseason, he earned conference recognition, securing a spot on the Preseason All-BIG EAST Third Team in 2025. Mack looked great early this season with 22 points and 5 assists in the exhibition against the Kentucky Wildcats, followed by a decisive 19-point outing in College Park in early November. Along with those victories, his interviews ( more ) revealed a maturity that had the Georgetown faithful excited for his leadership.

Mack again demonstrated a high level of potential during a productive stretch in late January and early February. He helped the squad secure a three-game winning streak with victories over DePaul and Butler, averaging 15. 0 points and a team-best 6.

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