
Washington Huskies Prepare for a New Era in the Big Ten
The Washington Huskies are set to rebuild after a 16‑17 record, with key departures, new additions, and a tentative matchup against the Oregon Ducks on the horizon.
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The Washington Huskies are set to rebuild after a 16‑17 record, with key departures, new additions, and a tentative matchup against the Oregon Ducks on the horizon.

Recent legal changes have set off a cascade of transfers, NBA draft entries and fifth‑year extensions across the Big Ten, reshaping rosters and expectations for the upcoming campaign.

The Huskies have secured the commitment of 6‑foot‑7 forward Harun Zrno, a Rutgers transfer whose shooting prowess and international background add depth to a squad reshaped by health challenges and a influx of global talent.

After a 16‑17 record and a 14th‑place Big Ten forecast, the Huskies are banking on new transfers, healthier big men and a revamped perimeter attack to exceed low expectations.

After being cut by the Brisbane Bullets, 6‑foot‑4 guard Tristan Devers joins the University of Washington, hoping to translate his modest Australian stats into a meaningful contribution for the Huskies.

Tristan Devers, a Melbourne native, joins the Huskies after a season in the NBL, bringing international experience and a fight for minutes.

A look at the challenges and opportunities facing the University of Washington men's basketball team as it prepares for the 2026‑27 season.

The University of Washington basketball program is assembling a blend of familiar faces, new transfers and international prospects while navigating a series of health challenges that have reshaped the roster.

With rosters still in flux, the Big Ten braces for a 2026‑27 campaign marked by NBA draft entries, transfer portal moves and a handful of players still eligible for college play.

After a quiet split with Marquette, Haynes will help shape the Huskies' next season, alongside new international recruits Tristan Devers and Wini Silva-Braga, while veteran Jerry Hobbie heads to TCU.

Isaac Asuma’s sophomore numbers place him in the top tier of Big Ten shooting guards, but several experienced players and high‑profile transfers are projected to outrank him.