Mackenzie Mgbako - College Basketball News & Rumors

Returning to Texas A&M Mgbako (foot) will return to Texas A&M for the 2026-27 season, according to Luke Evangelist of TexAgs.

Impact Mgbako was limited to just seven games in the 2025-26 campaign before undergoing season-ending foot surgery in December, but he's been progressing in his recovery and could be ready to play at the start of the 2026-27 campaign. In those seven games, Mgbako averaged 10.4 points and 5.4 rebounds per contest.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled OFS Mgbako (foot) will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Mgbako had played and started in the previous six seven games after missing he first six outings of the season, but he's now been shut down for the year. This is a big loss for the Aggies, who lose a starting forward and 10.4 points and 4.9 rebounds per game. This should mean more minutes for Federiko Federiko, among others in Texas A&M's front court.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Texas A&M beats East Texas A&M 118-77, third-most points in program history

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DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Rylan Griffen hits 5 3s, scores season-high 19; Texas A&M beats Jacksonville 112-75

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DECEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 13, grabs eight boards Mgbako ended Sunday's 112-75 victory over Jacksonville with 13 points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-7 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and two steals across 19 minutes.

Impact Mgbako scored 13 points in his second straight game and has scored in double digits in four of his last five games. He has snagged 15 boards in his last two games and should be productive next Sunday against Texas A&M-Commerce. He failed to hit a 3-pointer for the first time in five games. The 6-9 junior is converting 33.3 percent of his 3-pointers and is averaging 10.1 points.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jaron Pierre Jr. scores 35 to lead SMU over Texas A&M 93-80 in OT

Jaron Pierre Jr. scored a season-high 35 points, including five straight in overtime that gave SMU the lead for good in a 93-80 victory over Texas A&M

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 13, grabs seven boards Mgbako recorded 13 points (4-13 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), a season-high seven rebounds, one assist and one block over 31 minutes during Sunday's 93-80 OT loss to SMU.

Impact Mgbako is still coming back from a foot injury that caused him to miss the beginning of the season. The 6-9 junior has scored in double digits in three of his last four games and has nailed 10 3-pointers over that span. His minutes have been on the rise, so it might be a good time to pick him up.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dominguez and Agee help Texas A&M cruise past Florida State 95-59

Texas A&M dominates Florida State with a 95-59 victory on Friday night

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Mgbako scores 19 points, Texas A&M hits 42 FTs in 120-84 win over MVSU

Mackenzie Mgbako scored 19 points, Zach Clemence and Ruben Dominguez added 15 points apiece, and Texas A&M beat Mississippi Valley State 120-84

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Ramps up activity Tuesday Mgbako contributed 19 points (5-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), one rebound and two assists across 17 minutes during Tuesday's 120-84 win over Mississippi Valley State.

Impact Mgbako's debut last Friday was short-lived, as he lasted just four minutes and wasn't able to record a point. He was back in the starting five Tuesday, however, logging an efficient 19 points in just 17 minutes. It was far from a full workload, but still an incredibly encouraging sign heading into Friday's matchup against Florida State. Mgbako was a high-profile recruit that perhaps underachieved a bit at Indiana, but he now has plenty of experience and a fresh start with the Aggies. That alone gives him plenty of upside in most fantasy formats.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active Tuesday Mgbako (foot) is active and part of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against MVSU, Luke Evangelist of TexAgs reports.

Impact Mgbako has been hampered by a foot injury, and he was pulled after just four minutes Friday night due to the issue. After going through warmups without any issue, he'll draw the start Tuesday night, though he may not see a typical starter's workload.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in warmups Tuesday Mgbako (foot) was spotted in warmups ahead of Tuesday's game against Mississippi Valley State, Luke Evangelist of TexAgs.com reports.

Impact Mgbako lasted just four minutes in the Aggies' most recent game against Manhattan, but his presence in warmups is a good sign for his availability for this contest. The four minutes Mgbako played Friday are the lone four minutes he's played all season long.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pulled after four minutes Mgbako (foot) pulled himself from Friday's game after just four minutes because he was "hurting," Carter Karels of GigEm247 reports.

Impact Mgbako's long awaited debut was quick. He managed to produce a rebound and steal despite the cameo. We will have to wait and see if the Indiana transfer's foot injury is healed enough to play on Tuesday against Mississippi State.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. Manhattan Mgbako (foot) is available against Manhattan on Friday night, per Luke Evangelist of TexAgs.com.

Impact Mgbako, an Indiana transfer, has yet to play this season, but he'll make his Texas A&M debut Friday night. Last season in Bloomington, the forward averaged 12.2 points and 4.6 rebounds. It remains to be seen in what capacity the big man plays against Manhattan, but either way, he's poised to make his debut.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday, likely back Friday Mgbako (foot) will not play in Tuesday but will likely return to the court Friday versus Manhattan, Cameron Ohnysty of Aggies Wire reports.

Impact Mgbako will miss his fifth consecutive game Tuesday as he deals with a foot injury, but there's a good chance this will be the last game he misses. Head coach Bucky McMillan said Tuesday that Mgbako will likely return to the court on Friday. McMillan also noted that Mgbako's return will help the team's chemistry and that the whole team should play better once he returns.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not spotted in warmups Mgbako (foot) wasn't on warmups and won't play against Central Florida on Friday, Luke Evangelist of TexAgs reports.

Impact Mgbako wasn't seen on warmups, so he won't be an option for this matchup against UCF. Head coach Bucky McMillan said Mgbako should be back "sometime in the next 10 days," but his next chance to play will come against Montana on Tuesday, Nov. 18. Mgbako has yet to play in 2025-26.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

A&M men's hoops focused on improving half-court defense; Mgbako nearing return The Texas A&M men's basketball team is focused on improving its half-court defense as forward Mackenzie Mgbako nears his season debut.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • THEEAGLE.COM

Still out on Sunday Mgbako (foot) did not play Sunday in the loss to Oklahoma State.

Impact The 6-9 junior was seen before the game helping in the pre-game layup line, but he has yet to make his Aggie debut after October foot surgery. As soon as he proves healthy, Mgbako should start in the Texas A&M frontcourt. His next opportunity to get on the court will be Friday against UCF.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still on track for November return Mgbako (foot) remains on track to return at some point in November, per Travis L. Brown of The Bryan-College Station Eagle.

Impact The forward underwent surgery in late October and initially targeted late November as a return date. With the season less than a week out, it's encouraging to see Mgbako still on track with his recovery. After averaging 12.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists last season with Indiana, the 6-foot-9 forward is expected to hold down a starting role in the Aggies' front court.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Undergoes surgery Mgbako underwent surgery for a foot fracture and still has late November as his targeted return date, per Travis L. Brown of The Bryan-College Station Eagle.

Impact Mgbako was already expected to be sidelined until late November, but now we know the forward underwent surgery ahead of the season. Still, Aggies' head coach Bucky McMillian reportedly expects him back "sooner than later," so while Mgbako should miss the start of Texas A&M's season, this isn't expected to be a long-term situation. The Indiana transfer averages 12.2 points and 4.6 rebounds last season in Bloomington.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Likely sidelined until November Mgbako (foot) isn't expected to be available until November, per Joe Tipton on On3.com.

Impact Mgbako's foot injury was reportedly suffered recently in the offseason, and it's expected to hold him out until the month the season starts, although the exact timeline for his return remains unclear. The Indiana transfer averaged 12.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists last season in Bloomington.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

F Mackenzie Mgbako out of draft, commits to Texas A&M Indiana transfer Mackenzie Mgbako withdrew from the NBA draft and confirmed his commitment to Texas A&M on Tuesday.”I decided to withdraw to...

JULY 17, 2025 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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JUNE 8, 2025 • SI.COM

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MAY 29, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

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Texas A&M beats East Texas A&M 118-77, third-most points in program history

Rylan Griffen hits 5 3s, scores season-high 19; Texas A&M beats Jacksonville 112-75

Jaron Pierre Jr. scores 35 to lead SMU over Texas A&M 93-80 in OT

Dominguez and Agee help Texas A&M cruise past Florida State 95-59

Mgbako scores 19 points, Texas A&M hits 42 FTs in 120-84 win over MVSU

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