Men’s Basketball: JUCO G Gavin Murphy commits to TCU

TL;DR

Gavin Murphy, a JUCO shooting guard, has committed to TCU men's basketball after averaging 10.8 points per game. He previously played at Ole Miss and Eastern Florida State College before transferring to State Fair Community College.

Key points

Gavin Murphy commits to TCU men's basketball
Averaged 10.8 points per game in 2025-26
Previously played at Ole Miss and State Fair Community College
TCU signed Trent Lincoln and Ryan Hunt from JUCO
TCU had a 23-12 record in the 2025-26 season

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GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA - MARCH 21: Head coach Jamie Dixon of the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs reacts during the first half against the Duke Blue Devils in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena on March 21, 2026 in Greenville, South Carolina. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images TCU men’s basketball continues to scout talent at the JUCO level, gaining a commitment from State Fair Community College shooting guard Gavin Murphy. Murphy, who started his collegiate career at Ole Miss before playing two seasons at the JUCO level, averaged 10.8 points per game on 50% shooting, 48% shooting from the 3-point line and 87% shooting from the free-throw line during the 2025-26 season. The 6-foot guard spent one year with the Rebels before transferring to Eastern Florida State College and then State Fair College. Murphy becomes the latest JUCO prospect to join the Horned Frogs, who’ve already signed guard Trent Lincoln and 7-foot center Ryan Hunt. Xavier Edmonds, who was an All-Big 12 Third Team selection in 2025-26, came from the JUCO ranks as well. TCU is looking to build on a 23-12 record and a second-round trip in the NCAA Tournament during the 2025-26 season. The Horned Frogs have several players to replace including Kayden Edwards, RJ Jones, Ashton Simmons, Jace Posey, Liutauras Lelevicius, Malick Diallo and David Punch.

Q&A

What are Gavin Murphy's stats from the 2025-26 season?

Gavin Murphy averaged 10.8 points per game, shooting 50% overall, 48% from three-point range, and 87% from the free-throw line.

Which other players has TCU men's basketball signed from JUCO?

TCU has also signed guard Trent Lincoln and 7-foot center Ryan Hunt from the JUCO ranks.

What was TCU's record in the 2025-26 season?

TCU finished the 2025-26 season with a record of 23-12 and reached the second round of the NCAA Tournament.