Here’s the AI summary:
As of late April 2026, Northwestern men’s basketball has secured commitments from Drake forward Okku Federiko, UC Santa Barbara forward Colin Smith, and forward Jack Karasinski, while losing multiple players including Tre Singleton and Arrinten Page to the portal. The women’s team added Syracuse forward Jasmine Cooper.
Men’s Basketball Transfer Incomings (2026):
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Okku Federiko (Forward/Guard, Drake): A 6’9" forward from Finland who started all 34 games for Drake in 2025-26, averaging 8.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks per game.
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Colin Smith (Forward, UC Santa Barbara): A 6’8" sharp-shooting forward who averaged 11.9 points and shot over 40% from three-point range for UCSB.
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Jack Karasinski (Forward, William & Mary/Bellarmine): A 6’7" forward who previously played at William & Mary and averaged 21 points per game last season at Bellarmine.
Men’s Basketball Transfer Outgoings (2026):
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Tre Singleton: Forward departing for Iowa State after starting 31 games as a freshman, averaging 7.6 points and 4.8 rebounds.
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Arrinten Page: Forward transferring to Providence after averaging 10.2 points and 4.5 rebounds, marking his fourth school in four years.
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Tyler Kropp: Forward departing for Washington State after one season at NU.
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Note: Reports indicate up to eight players entered the portal, requiring a significant roster rebuild for coach Chris Collins.