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Evansville basketball adjusts roster for 2026-27 season after tough year

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 8:01 AM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Evansville basketball adjusts roster for 2026-27 season after tough year
Summary

The University of Evansville men's basketball team faces a significant roster overhaul ahead of the 2026-27 season. After finishing 7-25 last season, the Purple Aces welcome 10 new players as they aim to improve under coach David Ragland. The team lost six players to the transfer portal and two graduates. Senior forward AJ Casey and sophomore guard Bryce Quinet are among the returners, while the roster is younger, with 12 freshmen and sophomores. Evansville's non-conference schedule will be crucial in assessing the new group’s progress as they prepare for November.

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  • •Evansville finished last season with a 7-25 record.
  • •Ten new players join the roster, including several freshmen.
  • •Senior forward AJ Casey and sophomore guard Bryce Quinet return.
  • •The team aims to address depth issues experienced last season.
  • •The non-conference schedule will help gauge team improvement.
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  • 8:01 AMYahoo Sports — A look at new Evansville men's basketball roster for 2026-27 season
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The Purple Aces underwent considerable roster change this offseason. A look at who arrived and the non-conference schedule.

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