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Joins Texans Hayes has announced his commitment to Tarleton State ahead of the 2026-27 season, Tobias Bass of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hayes will make the move to Tarleton State after making the decision to leave Utah earlier this offseason. The 6-foot-9 junior, who averaged 2.8 points and two rebounds across 32 games last season (13.3 minutes per game), will aim to take on a significant role with the Texans this season.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Utah basketball loses frontcourt depth with latest transfer portal entry Utah forward Josh Hayes plans to enter the transfer portal, according to a report from League Ready. Hayes played in his second season of Di...

APRIL 4 • SI.COM

Bids Utes farewell Hayes will enter the transfer portal, per Sam Kayser of League Ready.

Impact Hayes spent the 2025 season with Utah after transferring over from Appalachian State. The 6-foot-9 forward earned a minor bench role for the Utes, averaging 2.8 points and 2.0 rebounds across 13.3 minutes. Now, with what appears to be one season of eligibility remaining, Hayes will look to take his talents to another program.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Saturday Hayes (undisclosed) is good to go for Saturday's matchup versus Baylor.

Impact Hayes popped up on the injury report yesterday but will still suit up for Saturday's game. He is averaging 3.0 points and 2.0 rebounds across 30 games.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Carrying questionable tag Hayes (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game at Baylor.

Impact Hayes has yet to miss a game this season, but his fantasy upside won't be very high. He's played off the bench every game since Dec. 13 and is averaging a mere 2.5 points and 1.9 rebounds per game in that span. Thus, his potential absence won't matter much from a fantasy perspective.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in win Hayes ended with nine points (4-4 FG, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 14 minutes during Monday's 87-69 victory over Holy Cross.

Impact Hayes has started each of the first three games thus far for the Utes with Monday's effort representing his best yet as he was perfect from the floor. The juco transfer specializes in rim protection and has contributed four blocks through three games thus far. His defense will be needed this season as Utah navigates through a tough Big 12 conference.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE