San Diego State transfer Miles Byrd commits to Providence Friars
The Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year chooses the Friars.
Dec 20, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Miles Byrd (21) against the Arizona Wildcats during the Hall of Fame Series at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J.
Rebilas-Imagn Images San Diego State transfer guard Miles Byrd announced his commitment to Providence on Thursday, choosing the Friars over Kentucky Basketball and several other high-major programs. Byrd, a 6-6, 190-pound guard, is coming off a strong season in which he averaged 10. 4 points, 4.
7 rebounds, and 2. 6 assists per game while shooting 40. 5% from the field.
He also added 1. 9 steals and 1. 2 blocks per game, earning Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year honors for his impact on that end of the floor.