Indiana’s 2026‑27 Basketball Roster Poised for a Flexible, High‑Impact Season
Indiana’s 2026‑27 basketball roster blends returning stars and new additions, poised for a flexible, high‑impact season.
Aug 4, 2026
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Sam Alexis Returns to Indiana Basketball, Bolstering Frontcourt for 2026‑27 Season
After a court ruling granted eligibility, forward Sam Alexis will rejoin Indiana University’s roster, promising added depth and experience for the upcoming campaign.
Aug 3, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers Rebuild for 2026‑27 Season with 13 Scholarship Players
Indiana University’s basketball roster now features 13 scholarship players as the program looks to end a three‑year NCAA tournament absence, blending returning stars, portal acquisitions and a highly ranked freshman class.
Aug 3, 2026
Sam Alexis Returns to Indiana Hoosiers, Bolstering Frontcourt Depth
Forward Sam Alexis will reprise his role with the Indiana Hoosiers for the 2026‑27 campaign after the NCAA granted an additional year of eligibility to the Class of 2022, enhancing the team's frontcourt.
Aug 2, 2026
Sam Alexis Returns for a Fifth Season, Strengthening Indiana’s Hoosiers
Sam Alexis will return for a fifth season after a court injunction granted him an extra year of eligibility, bolstering Indiana’s frontcourt with new transfers and addressing last season’s depth concerns.
Aug 2, 2026
Sam Alexis Returns to Indiana Hoops, Bolstering Frontcourt Depth
Sam Alexis will rejoin Indiana University’s basketball program for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a proven blend of rebounding, shot‑blocking and scoring that could lift the Hoosiers into the Big Ten’s upper tier and a potential NCAA Tournament second weekend.
Aug 2, 2026
Sam Alexis Commits to Indiana for Fifth Season Amid NCAA Eligibility Battle
Former Indiana center Sam Alexis announced his return for a fifth season, leveraging a court injunction that challenges NCAA eligibility rules while the university navigates roster changes and coaching plans.
Aug 2, 2026
Sam Alexis Returns to Indiana for a Fifth Season Amid NCAA Legal Battle
Former Florida center Sam Alexis announced his commitment to Indiana University for a fifth season via Instagram, citing a Tennessee court injunction that extended his eligibility. The NCAA is challenging the ruling, which could affect other athletes seeking a fifth year.
Aug 2, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers’ Ambitious Roster Overhaul Ahead of New Season
A look at the key additions and strategic moves shaping Indiana's basketball outlook for the upcoming campaign.
Aug 2, 2026
Hoosiers Shine at FISU America Games as NCAA Rule Change Looms
Indiana University’s basketball team captured gold in Lima, Peru, while the football squad prepared for a high‑expectation season in Chicago. A recent court injunction may allow outgoing seniors to extend eligibility, reshaping NCAA rules.
Aug 2, 2026
Court Grants Sam Alexis Fifth Year, Clearing Path for Indiana Return
A Tennessee judge's injunction restores a fifth year of eligibility for Sam Alexis, opening the door for the Indiana big man to potentially return in 2026-27 after a standout performance with Team USA in Peru.
Aug 1, 2026
Sam Alexis Secures Fifth Year of Eligibility
A Tennessee court has granted former Indiana center Sam Alexis an additional year of college eligibility, reshaping the Hoosiers’ frontcourt outlook while his professional future with the Oklahoma City Thunder remains uncertain.
Aug 1, 2026
Sam Alexis Wins Injunction, Secures Extra Season of Eligibility
A preliminary injunction granted by a federal court allows former Indiana University forward Sam Alexis an additional year of eligibility, benefiting other 2022 graduates and potentially reshaping NCAA eligibility rules.
Jul 31, 2026
Sam Alexis Secures Fifth-Year Eligibility After Tennessee Court Victory
A Tennessee court has granted former Indiana basketball player Sam Alexis a fifth-year eligibility injunction, allowing him to continue his collegiate career. The ruling follows Indiana's expressed openness to late roster additions and comes amid uncertainty about his future team, while also affecting teammate Reed Bailey's legal pursuit.
Jul 31, 2026
Missouri State locks in a demanding non‑conference slate for 2026‑27
The Bears will face six opponents, including Iowa State in a home‑and‑home series, Arkansas State, and rising Division I program Tarleton State, as they look to build on last season’s success.
Jul 30, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers Capture Gold at FISU America Games in Lima
Indiana's men's basketball squad won the gold medal in Peru despite a shortened tournament, using the extra time for team building and exploration before heading into a quiet summer break.
Jul 28, 2026
Hoosiers Capture Gold at FISU America Games, Coach DeVries Eyes Future
Indiana's basketball squad clinched gold in Lima, Peru, with freshman Vaughn Karvala leading the scoring, while Coach DeVries discusses scholarship plans and the team's rest period
Jul 28, 2026
Hoosiers Eye Roster Expansion After Peru Tour
Indiana University is evaluating its roster after a Peru trip, with Coach Darian DeVries eyeing a 13th scholarship spot and Sam Alexis pursuing a fifth‑year injunction.
Jul 28, 2026
DeVries Reflects on IU Basketball’s Successful Peru Tour
In a post‑game press conference, Indiana University head coach Darian DeVries detailed the team’s chemistry, standout performances by freshmen, and plans for the upcoming season following their undefeated run in Lima.
Jul 28, 2026
DeVries Looks Back on Gold Medal Run and Roster Decisions
After guiding the USA to a 4‑0 record and the 2026 FISU America Cup title, coach Darian DeVries sat down with reporters to discuss team dynamics, standout performances and the one remaining roster decision, while forward Aiden Sherrell was celebrated as tournament MVP.
Jul 28, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers Add Size and New Frontcourt Talent Ahead of Exhibition Opener
Indiana University’s men’s basketball program is reshaping its frontcourt with the addition of 6‑11 forward Aiden Sherrell and 7‑2 center Samet Yigitoglu, who will debut in an exhibition game against College Jean‑de‑Brebeuf.
Jul 28, 2026
Freshmen Lead Hoosiers to FISU America Games Victory
Indiana's freshman trio dazzles at the FISU America Games, delivering standout stats and signaling a deep bench for the upcoming season.
Jul 28, 2026
Hoosiers Host Collège Jean‑de‑Brébeuf in Summer Exhibition
Indiana University will welcome the Canadian junior team Collège Jean‑de‑Brébeuf on Wednesday night, featuring debut performances by point guard Markus Burton and several promising freshmen, while frontcourt standouts Aiden Sherrell and Samet Yigitoglu prepare to make their first summer pairing.
Jul 28, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers Capture Gold at the FISU America Games
Indiana University's basketball squad clinched the gold medal at the FISU America Games in Peru, delivering a commanding performance that highlights key players ahead of the next collegiate season.
Jul 28, 2026