Breaking News:Aggie Legend Alex Caruso Makes Historic $5.7 Million Donation to Texas A&M Athletics for…Read full details below 

In a remarkable show of generosity and school pride, NBA guard Alex Caruso has donated a staggering $1 million to his alma mater, Texas A&M University, to support student-athlete development and facilities for the Aggies. The former Texas A&M standout, now a key player for the Chicago Bulls, made the announcement during a surprise visit to the College Station campus on Monday.

Caruso’s donation will primarily benefit the men’s basketball program and athletic performance initiatives, including training upgrades and academic support services. The gift marks one of the largest ever made by a former Aggie basketball player and reflects Caruso’s enduring connection to the university that helped launch his professional career.

“I wouldn’t be where I am today without Texas A&M,” Caruso said at the press conference. “This place gave me the foundation, the support, and the opportunity to grow—not just as a player, but as a person. Giving back feels like the least I can do.”

Caruso played four years with the Aggies from 2012 to 2016, becoming the school’s all-time leader in assists and steals. Undrafted out of college, he earned his place in the NBA through grit and determination, eventually becoming a fan favorite and an NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020.

Texas A&M officials lauded the gift as transformative, emphasizing its impact on current and future generations of student-athletes.

“Alex’s contribution will have a lasting effect on the culture of excellence we strive for,” said Athletic Director Trev Alberts. “It’s a powerful reminder to our athletes that success at the next level can lead to meaningful opportunities to give back.”

Students and fans have taken to social media to thank Caruso, with #GigEmCaruso trending shortly after the news broke.

Caruso’s gesture underscores the deep ties between professional athletes and their collegiate roots—and sets a high bar for giving back to the game that shaped them.