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Seton Hall basketball finally has secured the most elusive piece for its 2026-27 roster – a postman.
Devin Williams, a 6-foot-10 center transfer from Florida Atlantic, committed Sunday after visiting South Orange Friday.
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Here are three things to know about him.
1. He’s a shot-blocker.
Jan 29, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Florida Atlantic Owls forward Devin Williams (1) shoots a free throw against the Memphis Tigers during the second half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images
As a junior at Florida Atlantic, Williams averaged 2.6 blocks in 23.8 minutes per game to go along with 7.5 points and 5.2 rebounds (including 2.2 offensive boards). He shot 51 percent from the field and 67.4 percent from the free-throw line. His 85 blocks set FAU’s program record for a sophomore.
Williams ranked fifth in the country in blocks per game. Departed Hall freshman Najai Hines ranked 15th at 2.3 blocks per game, albeit in fewer minutes (18) and against better competition. Still, it’s harder to acquire rim protectors through the transfer portal than any other position, so this is a big breakthrough for the roster.
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Williams’ acumen was on display at NCAA Tournament-bound South Florida Feb. 15, when he posted 15 points on 7-of-10 shooting and added seven rebounds (four offensive), five blocks and two steals in a two-point loss. He opened the season with 10 points, six rebounds and three blocks a win at Boston College and chalked up 13 points on 5-of-7 shooting along with three assists, two rebounds and a block in a loss at a good Saint Mary’s squad.
The Owls finished 18-15 overall and 9-9 in the American Athletic Conference. Since entering the transfer portal, Williams had been drawing interest from high-majors across the country, including North Carolina and Arizona.
2. He started his college career at UCLA
A four-star, top-100 prospect coming out of high school in California, Williams played at UCLA as a freshman but made cameos in just 10 games before…
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