IU Basketball Heads to Lima for 2026 FISU America Games
The Hoosiers will travel to Peru with a rebuilt squad, only one scholarship player returning, and high hopes for the upcoming games.
Jun 1, 2026
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Indiana Bolsters Front Court with Towering New Additions
Indiana adds three towering players to bolster front‑court depth ahead of the 2026‑27 season.
May 30, 2026
2026‑27 Men’s College Basketball Top 25: Who Returns, Who Rises
With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline passed, a wave of elite talent has chosen to stay in college, reshaping the preseason rankings and setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.
May 29, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers to Embark on Historic Peru Tour in July 2025
Indiana University’s men’s basketball program will travel to Peru next July for team bonding, practices and exhibition games, with Coach Darian DeVries emphasizing extra gym time and competitive opportunities while navigating visa issues and a demanding non‑conference schedule.
May 29, 2026
Indiana Bolsters Front Court with Trio of Tall Additions for 2026‑27 Season
Indiana University adds three sizable players — Samet Yigitoglu, Clemens Sokolov and Aiden Sherrell — to reshape its front court for the upcoming 2026‑27 season under coach Darian DeVries.
May 29, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers Gear Up for Peru Challenge in Quest for Revival
The Hoosiers are traveling to Peru for the FISU America Games, using the trip to build cohesion, integrate new transfers, and prepare for a demanding non‑conference schedule.
May 28, 2026
Syracuse Basketball Set for 2026 Showdown with Indiana at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Syracuse and Indiana will meet on November 9, 2026, in Indianapolis, reviving a historic rivalry as both programs eye tournament berths and a strong start to the 2026‑27 season.
May 28, 2026
Indiana Adds 7‑Foot Center Samet Yigitoglu to Strengthen 2026‑27 Squad
The Hoosiers’ latest transfer class brings a 7‑foot center with a 62.8% field‑goal rate, aiming to boost rebounding and interior defense.
May 26, 2026
Justin Monden Joins Indiana Hoosiers Ahead of Upcoming Season
Justin Monden, a 6‑foot guard from Raleigh, North Carolina, has signed with Indiana University, bringing limited on‑court impact but valuable experience to the Hoosiers' developing roster.
May 26, 2026
NCAA Considers Age‑Based Eligibility Overhaul for Division I Athletes
The NCAA may replace traditional eligibility timelines with an age‑based model that gives athletes five years to compete, a change that could affect several Indiana Hoosiers.
May 25, 2026
Bryce Lindsay Commits to Indiana Hoosiers, Bolstering Perimeter Threat
Bryce Lindsay, a 6‑foot‑3 guard with a proven track record of three‑point shooting and defensive versatility, has pledged to Indiana University. His arrival adds a new dimension to the Hoosiers' offense as they look to contend in the upcoming season.
May 25, 2026
IU Basketball Eyes Diamond Cup Entry as Transfer Portal Shuffle Continues
Indiana University is reportedly negotiating entry into the Diamond Cup for the 2027‑28 season, a move that would pit the Hoosiers against a slate of national powerhouses while the program welcomes a wave of transfer talent and recent coaching engagements.
May 24, 2026
Aiden Sherrell Joins Indiana Hoops, Brings Frontcourt Firepower
Aiden Sherrell, a 6‑foot‑11 forward with a strong shooting and shot‑blocking profile, has committed to Indiana University after a standout stint at Alabama. His arrival adds depth to the frontcourt and draws NBA attention.
May 23, 2026
Markus Burton Set to Anchor Indiana’s 2026‑27 Basketball Revival
Markus Burton, a top‑ranked transfer, is expected to lead Indiana basketball in scoring and assists in the 2026‑27 season. Known for his scoring ability and playmaking skills, Burton aims to push for the Big Ten scoring lead and average at least 4.5 assists per game. His arrival, along with other key transfers, positions Indiana for a successful season.
May 22, 2026
Samet Yigitoglu Joins Indiana Hoops
Indiana University has secured the services of Samet Yigitoglu, a towering Turkish big man whose career at SMU showcased elite offensive rebounding and efficient scoring.
May 22, 2026
Indiana University Bolsters Rim Protection with Elite Shot‑Blocker Lewis Uvwo
Indiana University is enhancing its interior defense by recruiting Lewis Uvwo, a nationally ranked center whose shot‑blocking prowess and physical tools promise to reshape the team's defensive identity.
May 22, 2026
DeVries’ High‑Major Overhaul Aims to Elevate Indiana Basketball
Indiana coach Darian DeVries outlines his strategy of adding high‑major experienced transfers, emphasizing size, length and playmaking, as the team prepares for the FISU America Games in Peru.
May 21, 2026
Markus Burton Joins Indiana Hoops, Eyes Fresh Start After Injury
Markus Burton, the 2023 IndyStar Mr. Basketball, has transferred to Indiana University from Notre Dame. Coach Darian DeVries highlights Burton's scoring ability, playmaking skills, and elite mid-range shooting as crucial for Indiana's upcoming season. Burton averaged 19.1 points per game and 259 assists at Notre Dame, and DeVries plans to utilize him in ball-screen actions with big players like Aiden Sherrell and Samet Yigitoglu. Burton's first goal is to regain his sharpness after an injury-shortened season.
May 20, 2026
Markus Burton Transfers to Indiana University, Bringing Elite Mid‑Range Threat
Markus Burton, a 6‑foot‑7 guard known for his scoring and playmaking, has moved from Notre Dame to Indiana University, where Coach Darian DeVries expects him to be a cornerstone of the offense.
May 20, 2026
St. John’s Climbs to No. 16 as Theo Edema Commits, Rick Pitino Eyes More Additions
St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.
May 18, 2026
Justin Monden Joins Indiana Hoosiers Ahead of New Season
Indiana University announced the signing of guard Justin Monden from Maryland Eastern Shore, a move confirmed on May 12 that secures the rising senior for a single final season of eligibility.
May 18, 2026
DeVries Maps Out Indiana’s 2026‑27 Basketball Outlook at Victory and Vision Event
Coach Darian DeVries outlines the 2026‑27 roster, international preseason work and the team's ambitions at the Victory and Vision event in Carmel.
May 18, 2026
ACC Basketball’s Transfer Portal Overhaul: Who Gained, Who Lost, and What Still Ails the League
The Atlantic Coast Conference entered the 2026‑27 offseason as a laboratory for the transfer portal, with four of the league’s seven elite transfer classes originating from within its borders. This analysis maps each team’s biggest gains, most painful losses and the key gaps that remain as the new season approaches.
May 18, 2026
DeVries Turns to Bigger Lineups to Boost Rebounding, Defensive Efficiency
Indiana University’s basketball program is pivoting toward a larger, more physical lineup under head coach Darian DeVries, recruiting Aiden Sherrell and Samet Yigitoglu to address rebounding and defensive shortcomings.
May 18, 2026