FSU basketball: Thomas Bassong changes mind, enters transfer portal
Welcome to the modern era of college athletics. After announcing his return to Florida State less than two weeks ago, forward Thomas Bassong instead will be entering the transfer portal. The news was first reported by ESPN’s Jeff Borzello.
Bassong enters on the final day of the portal window, as the 21st marks the final […]
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 11: Thomas Bassong #3 of the Florida State Seminoles looks on during the second half of a game against the Florida Gators at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center on November 11, 2025 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to the modern era of college athletics.
After announcing his return to Florida State less than two weeks ago , forward Thomas Bassong instead will be entering the transfer portal. The news was first reported by ESPN’s Jeff Borzello. Bassong enters on the final day of the portal window, as the 21st marks the final day it’s open ahead of the 30th serving as the final day of the recruiting period.
He was a key retention for Florida State at the time, with the upcoming sophomore even holding a press conference to discuss his decision to return to the Seminoles. “It was always obvious [I was coming back],” he told local media. “I never thought about leaving.