Texas lands commitment from former TCU standout David Punch out of transfer portal

TCU forward David Punch (15) and guard Brock Harding (2) celebrate after their team defeated Florida in an NCAA college basketball game in the Rady Children's Invitational tournament Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy) (Denis Poroy/AP)

David Punch is leaving TCU, but isn't going very far.

The former Horned Frogs standout announced his commitment to Texas on Sunday night, marking a significant addition for Sean Miller as he heads into his second season with the Longhorns. He entered the transfer portal after spending his first two seasons at TCU.

Punch led TCU in points (14.1 per game), rebounds (6.8 per game) and blocks (1.9 per game). He put together a strong sophomore season for the Horned Frogs, playing in and starting 34 games en route to earning an All-Big 12 honorable mention selection.

The 6-foot-7 Harker Heights, Texas native led the Frogs to an NCAA Tournament in during his sophomore campaign as he posted 16 points and 13 rebounds in a thrilling win over Ohio State. He was one of the top big men in the portal and figures to be a centerpiece for the Longhorns next year.

Punch isn't the only significant pickup for Texas this weekend, as Colorado guard Isaiah Johnson also committed to Texas. He averaged 16.9 points and broke Colorado's freshman scoring record in his debut season, earning All-Big 12 Honorable Mention honors.