Lots of options exist in the transfer portal for Power Four head coaches, first year Kansas State head coach Casey Alexander included. Now, a handful of commits are officially announcing plans to suit up on Manhattan.
Kansas State target Devin Hutcherson makes first appearance in Wildcats uniform
One of the first commitments earned by Alexander was class of 2027 recruit Devin Hutcherson, who originally commited to play at Belmont. Upon Alexander's move to Kansas State, Hutcherson opted to follow.
New era, I’m in.💜🤍@KStateMBB pic.twitter.com/8U0xolk0UR
— Devin Hutcherson #3 (@DevinHutch2026) March 27, 2026
His commitment was the earned by the Wildcats in March, first announced on social media and reported by the Topeka Capital-Journal. He's one of two players in the class, Alabama Mr. Basketball award winner Jaylen Alexander.
His senior season, Hutcherson averaged 19.1 points and 8.2 rebounds. Prior to committing to Kansas State, he also held offers from Georgia Tech, Ole Miss, Georgia State and others. Hutcherson is one of four forwards expected to play this season, including Isaiah Abraham, Matt Gilhool and Dezdrick Lindsay.
Everything Hutcherson brings to Kansas State
Upon his arrival, Alexander stated that he didn't want to flip a roster every season. After earning commitments from Hutcherson and Alexander, it became clear that he wouldn't be shy about targeting young recruits.
He brings with him Alexander's initial goal of retention, hopefully as someone who can grow into the guard role in later seasons. Should he start, Hutcherson could even have a leg up on the other transfers.
He's been a prominent presence on the wing throughout his high school career, a position the Wildcats could utilize throughout conference play. Off the bench, he fills a role previously occupied by either Kostic or Taj Manning.
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