
Braeden Carrington Returns for Fifth Year with Wisconsin Badgers
Wisconsin’s basketball squad will benefit from the return of guard Braeden Carrington, whose fifth‑year eligibility brings experience to a veteran‑laden roster.
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Wisconsin’s basketball squad will benefit from the return of guard Braeden Carrington, whose fifth‑year eligibility brings experience to a veteran‑laden roster.

A recent court decision in Colorado may allow elite 2022 graduates to extend their college careers, with Braeden Carrington emerging as a key beneficiary for the Wisconsin Badgers.

A federal court’s temporary injunction grants an additional year of eligibility to Division I athletes, opening the door for Wisconsin guard Braeden Carrington to potentially return, while NCAA President Charlie Baker urges legislative action to prevent “failed professionals” from crowding out younger scholarship recipients.

The Badgers have kept a roster spot open for the 2026‑27 season while a Colorado judge’s injunction may allow former guard Braeden Carrington to extend his eligibility. Coach Greg Gard says the team is evaluating the ruling and Carrington’s fit.

The Badgers have confirmed a single open scholarship for the 2026‑27 season and are scouting internationally while navigating NCAA eligibility uncertainties.

The Badgers finalize a 2026 roster that blends new transfers with a senior seeking eligibility, while a pending NCAA lawsuit adds uncertainty.

A California lawsuit could grant Braeden Carrington a fifth year of eligibility, potentially reshaping the Badgers' backcourt for the 2026‑27 season.
With 14 players already locked in, the University of Wisconsin men's basketball program is seeking a 15th addition before the fall semester, targeting a sizeable frontcourt presence amid international scouting and eligibility uncertainties.

With one scholarship slot remaining, the Badgers are balancing frontcourt needs, a pending lawsuit that could extend Braeden Carrington’s eligibility, and cautious forays into the global market.

A look at the roster changes, key statistical contributors and the defensive hurdles facing the Badgers as they prepare for the 2026‑27 season.

Zach Kinziger, a four‑star freshman guard from De Pere, Wisconsin, earned a spot on the Wisconsin Badgers roster after impressing coaches in practice. His first collegiate appearance on December 22, 2025, produced six points, one rebound and two assists against Central Michigan, sparking optimism about his development.

Jaden Henley’s path from a barely‑top‑200 prospect to a 72nd‑ranked NBA draft candidate showcases how rapid development can reshape a player’s future.

From Atlantic Sun newcomers to NBA‑draft hopefuls, former Minnesota Gophers men’s basketball players are carving out new chapters across the country.

After returning to Madison, Andrew Rohde combined playmaking brilliance with defensive grit, delivering key performances for the Badgers before heading abroad for his next chapter.

After a promising first year in Madison, Braeden Carrington set a program record with nine three‑pointers in a single game, yet a late‑season shooting slump cast doubt on his immediate pro prospects.

Jack Janicki’s 2025‑26 season was marked by defensive impact and playmaking flashes, but a wrist injury ended his run and left the Badgers questioning how he will evolve for the next year.