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Michigan State Lands Giant Center for 2026 Hoops
22 Apr
Summary
- Michigan State secured transfer center Anton Bonke, a 7-foot-2, 270-pound player.
- Bonke had a breakout season at Charlotte, averaging 10.6 points and 8.3 rebounds.
- He was ranked among the top centers in the transfer portal by 247Sports.
Michigan State has secured a major addition to its 2026-27 roster with the commitment of 7-foot-2, 270-pound center Anton Bonke from the transfer portal. This move addresses a key need for the Spartans, who will lose experienced big men Carson Cooper and Jaxon Kohler to graduation. Bonke's arrival allows highly-touted freshman Ethan Taylor to develop gradually.
Bonke arrives from Charlotte, where he had a standout 2024-25 season, averaging 10.6 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game. Previously, he played at Providence, appearing in 16 games. His impressive size and skillset, including strong offensive rebounding and developing touch near the rim, have drawn praise. He also showed versatility by making 13 three-pointers during his last season.
Originally from Port Vila, Vanuatu, Bonke joins a Michigan State team that also expects to see returning players like Jeremy Fears Jr., Coen Carr, and others. The Spartans are also bringing in the No. 3 recruiting class for 2026 as they aim to return to the Final Four, with a particular eye on the 2027 Final Four to be held in Detroit.
