Florida Atlantic transfer Nick Boyd looking at 11 schools, possible return to Owls
Florida Atlantic guard Nick Boyd is currently looking at Louisville, Texas, Missouri, San Diego State, Georgia, Butler, Texas A&M, Miami, Clemson, Boise State and DePaul in the transfer portal, per On3’s Pete Nakos. He is also still considering a return to FAU.
Boyd was FAU’s fourth-leading scorer during the 2023-2024 season, averaging 9.3 points per game. He was one of the best 3-point shooters on the roster as well, making 34.1% from deep on just over 4.5 attempts a night.
Boyd spent four seasons with the program. He announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Monday, along with a heartfelt message on social media.
“I want to thank God for the opportunity to play at FAU and the incredible people I’ve met along the way,” Boyd said in a statement. “The past three seasons have been amazing and have taught me a lot. To the coaching staff, I want to thank you guys for the support and all of the memories. To my teammates, we will have a brotherhood for life. To the fans, you helped us create lifelong memories that I will cherish forever. Lastly to my family, I want to thank you guys for everything! I love you guys.
“What that being said I’ve decided to enter the transfer portal with two years of eligibility remaining and with consideration of returning to FAU.”
Nick Boyd played high school basketball at Don Bosco Prep (NY), where he was an unranked prospect in the 2020 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.
Nick Boyd joins exodus of other FAU players
Boyd is one of four Florida Atlantic players who have entered the transfer portal since head coach Dusty May left the program to take over at Michigan. May spent the last six years at Florida Atlantic and helped lead the Owls to the Final Four during the 2023 NCAA Tournament.
This past season, FAU boasted 25-8 overall record and a 14-4 mark in its American Athletic Conference debut. The Owls were an 8-seed in this year’s NCAA Tournament, but saw their season come to an end with a 77-65 first-round loss to Northwestern in overtime.
Overall, May amassed a 126-70 record at Florida Atlantic, including a 61-39 conference record between Conference USA and the AAC. After the Final Four run, the school gave him a lucrative 10-year contract extension.