Cincinnati transfer Moustapha Thiam joins growing list of players visiting St. John’s this week
The Red Storm are set to host one of the best centers in the transfer portal
CINCINNATI, OHIO - DECEMBER 29: Moustapha Thiam #52 of the Cincinnati Bearcats attempts a shot while being guarded by Charlie Williams #33 of the Lipscomb Bison in the first half at Fifth Third Arena on December 29, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) | Getty Images As big name after big name comes off the board in the transfer portal, it’s understandable that Red Storm fans are growing a little apprehensive as St. John’s seeks its first addition of the offseason.
Fortunately, all signs point to the Johnnies not having to wait much longer this week. Former Cincinnati big man Moustapha Thiam will complete a visit with St. John’s on Tuesday, becoming the latest transfer target to take a trip to Madison Square Garden and the school’s Queens campus.
The news was first reported by Jeff Goodman from Field of 68. Thiam is also considering offers from UConn, Gonzaga, Arkansas, Michigan State, Duke, Kansas, Texas A&M, Tennessee, and UCF. Standing at 7-foot-2, the Senegalese center originally signed to UCF as a freshman, logging 10.
4 points and 6. 4 rebounds per game on 49. 8% shooting and 29.