Michigan State Spartans get 7-foot-2 center in transfer portal commitment for Tom Izzo

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Michigan State Spartans have secured a commitment from 7-foot-2 center Anton Bonke, who will join the team for the 2026-27 season. Bonke transfers from Charlotte to play under coach Tom Izzo.

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Michigan State Spartans gain a 7-foot-2 center
Anton Bonke transfers from Charlotte
Bonke will play for Tom Izzo in 2026-27 season

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The Michigan State Spartans just got a lot taller.

East Lansing, meet 7-foot-2 Anton Bonke.

Bonke has committed as a transfer to come play for Tom Izzo in the 2026-27 MLB season.

The big fella comes to Michigan State from Charlotte, with the news reported Wednesday by On3 Sports:

As that post shows, Bonke had a productive 2025-26 season with Charlotte, putting up 10.6 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game.

He isn't shy about shooting, either -- he made 34.2% of his 3-point shots while making 57.6% of his overall shots from the field.

Bonke began his college career with a season at the junior college level, then played for Providence (6.6 minutes per game) in 2024-25 before coming to Charlotte.

The most interesting fact about Bonke is his home. He's from Vanuatu, which is a small island country in the southern Pacific Ocean.

Next stop: East Lansing and the Michigan State University Spartans.