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Feb 20, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian Devries reacts to a call during the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

3 Big Takeaways From Indiana Basketball's Transfer Portal Dominance

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3 Big Takeaways From Indiana Basketball's Transfer Portal Dominance

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Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian Devries shouts instructions to his team against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Indiana pieced together one of the nation’s best transfer portal classes. Here’s a full recap of the Hoosiers’ biggest additions and what they mean for 2026-27.

Jan 30, 2026; Villanova, Pennsylvania, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Bryce Lindsay (2) passes the ball against the Providence Friars in the first half at William B. Finneran Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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Indiana adds Villanova transfer Bryce Lindsay to its 2026 roster. Will he emerge as a starter or play a key scoring role off the bench for the Hoosiers?

Mar 20, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22) reacts after a basket in the first half against the Hofstra Pride during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

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With Aiden Sherrell committed, Indiana’s 2026-27 projected starting lineup takes shape around Markus Burton, Darren Harris, Samet Yigitoglu and a loaded transfer class.

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The Hoosiers are bringing in a highly-talented lead guard in Notre Dame transfer Markus Burton.

Mar 14, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Darren Harris (8) celebrates after a play against the Virginia Cavaliers during the men's ACC Conference Tournament Championship at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Indiana reeled in its second transfer portal addition on Monday. Here's what to know about Duke transfer Darren Harris.

Mar 4, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Jaeden Mustaf (3) dribbles the ball down the court against the California Golden Bears during the second half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images

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The Hoosiers made their first portal splash on Monday, earning the commitment of Georgia Tech transfer Jaeden Mustaf

Dec 21, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Colgate Raiders guard Jalen Cox (3) dribbles the ball against the Florida Gators during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

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The Hoosiers continue their hunt for a future point guard as another potential option arises in Colgate transfer Jalen Cox.

Nov 3, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros guard Koree Cotton (4) reaches for the loose ball against the Baylor Bears during the first half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

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The Hoosiers have reportedly shown interest in two-way transfer wing Koree Cotton. How would he fit if Indiana signs him?

Dec 6, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; UNC Asheville Bulldogs guard Kameron Taylor (3) dribbles the ball during the second half of the game against NC State Wolfpack at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

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The Hoosiers have reached out to the Big South's leading scorer from the 2025-26 season in UNC Asheville transfer Kameron Taylor.

Indiana Hoosiers guard Nick Dorn (7) celebrates against the Purdue Boilermakers at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.

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Dorn will look for a new school after one year with the Hoosiers.

Nov 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Radford Highlanders guard Del Jones (10) drives around South Carolina Gamecocks guard Meechie Johnson (5) in the second half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

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The Hoosiers appear to have put themselves in the mix for Radford transfer Del Jones.

Feb 20, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian Devries during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

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Indiana Basketball fans have been told to calm down. That never goes over well.

Dec 17, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; South Florida Bulls guard CJ Brown (11) dribbles against Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway (2) during the second half at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images

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The Hoosiers are in the market for a point guard, and dynamic USF transfer CJ Brown may be the answer.

Indiana Hoosiers coach Darian DeVries instructs his team against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.

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The Hoosiers are reportedly set to host a visit with Notre Dame guard Markus Burton.

Washington State Cougars guard Tomas Thrastarson (5) dribbles against the San Francisco Dons at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum.

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Thrastarson has two years of remaining eligibility after beginning his career at Washington State.

Wright State Raiders guard Michael Cooper (55) dribbles against the Virginia Cavaliers during the 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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The Jeffersonville, Ind. native had a standout freshman season at Wright State.

Duke Blue Devils guard Darren Harris (8) shoots a 3-pointer against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

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Harris entered the transfer portal following his sophomore year at Duke.

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Frison was a third-team All-Southern Conference player as a junior.

Tennessee Volunteers forward J.P. Estrella (13) shoots a free throw against the Miami (OH) RedHawks during the 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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A few Tennessee players who've entered the transfer portal were recruited by an Indiana assistant coach.

Indiana's Jasai Miles (0) shoots against Marian at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025.

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College basketball transfer portal activity is in full swing, and Indiana has lost three players from the 2025-26 roster so far. Here's what that means for the Hoosiers' second season under Darian DeVries.