The Texas A&M Aggies just got the news they desperately needed.
With a new coach, rebuilt roster, and sky-high expectations in the SEC, everything seemed to hinge on one critical question: Would their most talented transfer be ready when the lights came on? Now they have their answer.
Will Pop Isaacs Be Ready for Texas A&M’s Preseason Action?
Texas A&M basketball head coach Bucky McMillan provided a significant injury update on transfer guard Pop Isaacs that should excite Aggies fans heading into the preseason. According to McMillan, Isaacs is expected to be fully cleared in September and available for all of Texas A&M’s exhibition games and scrimmages.
The news is a huge boost for the Aggies, who are rebuilding their roster significantly under their first-year head coach. Isaacs’ recovery timeline has been closely monitored since he joined the Aggies this offseason. The guard transferred to Texas A&M after a brief but productive stint at Creighton, where he averaged 16.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game across eight appearances before a season-ending hip injury in December.
Texas A&M’s Pop Isaacs (knee) is on track to be fully cleared in September & is expected to be available for all of the Aggies’ preseason scrimmages or Exhibition Games, per Bucky McMillan.
Transfer from Creighton who averaged 16.3 PPG last season in eight games prior to injury.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) August 27, 2025
McMillan confirmed that Isaacs is “on track” to be fully cleared for basketball activities in September. This timeline means he should be ready to contribute immediately once the Aggies begin preseason scrimmages. Considering Isaacs’ scoring ability and experience, his presence will be critical as McMillan looks to implement his up-tempo system in College Station.
What Makes Pop Isaacs Such a Proven Scoring Threat?
Before landing at Creighton, Isaacs spent two years at Texas Tech, where he developed a reputation as one of the Big 12’s most confident shot creators. In his sophomore season with the Red Raiders, Isaacs averaged 15.8 points per game while making 59 appearances and 58 starts across two years. Though his three-point efficiency lagged at 29.3%, he improved dramatically at Creighton, shooting 38.3% from beyond the arc.
Great injury update regarding Pop Isaacs, who was with the team this summer, but unable to be a full participant in practice. He’s on track to be back this month 👍
Averaged 16.3 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 3.9 APG, 38.3% 3P% at Creighton. https://t.co/50x3cVgwYG
— Luke Evangelist (@lukeevangelist_) August 27, 2025
That kind of shooting will be essential for Texas A&M, who struggled to generate offense consistently last season. Isaacs brings more than just scoring, though. His versatility allows him to rebound and facilitate out of the backcourt, making him a complete weapon in McMillan’s system.
How Does This Impact Bucky McMillan’s Rebuild Strategy?
Since taking over in April, McMillan has faced the daunting task of retooling the Aggies’ roster. Isaacs is one of many new additions, joining a group headlined by top-150 freshman point guard Jeremiah Green. By leaning heavily on the transfer portal, McMillan has quickly built depth and experience, creating optimism that Texas A&M could take a step forward sooner than expected.
Isaacs’ return from injury accelerates that progress significantly. As one of the most experienced guards on the roster, his leadership and production should make him a focal point of McMillan’s first-year offense. With Isaacs set to be cleared in September, the Aggies can breathe a sigh of relief as preseason approaches.
His availability for exhibition games will allow him to integrate fully with his new teammates, giving McMillan valuable time to experiment with rotations before the regular season begins. This integration period becomes even more crucial when you consider the chemistry needed between Isaacs and freshman point guard Green.
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If Isaacs can stay healthy and replicate the scoring efficiency he showed at Creighton, Texas A&M may have landed one of the most impactful transfers in the SEC. For a program looking to make noise in year one under McMillan, Pop Isaacs’ return represents the missing piece that could unlock the Aggies’ potential in what promises to be a competitive conference race.
