NC State transfer forward Cole Cloer commits to Alabama basketball Posted Apr 17, 2026 Former NC State forward Cole Cloer has committed to Alabama out of the transfer portal. Cloer was a 2026 recruit who enrolled early. But after arriving in January, Cloer watched as NC State coach Will Wade departed for LSU. He opted for the transfer portal over new Wolfpack coach Justin Gainey, despite attending Gainey’s introductory press conference. (On3.com)