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Mady Traore expected to be a key player for Washington Huskies basketball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 12:00 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Mady Traore expected to be a key player for Washington Huskies basketball

Summary

Washington Huskies basketball anticipates Mady Traore will play a significant role in the upcoming season after missing last year due to injury. The junior college transfer, who averaged 13.2 points and 8.4 rebounds at Frank Phillips College, brings athleticism and versatility to the frontcourt. Coach Danny Sprinkle praised Traore’s abilities, noting his height at 6-foot-11 and explosive jumping skills. With adjustments to the roster and three years of eligibility remaining, he is poised to become a centerpiece for the team in the Big Ten.

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•Mady Traore missed the entire last season due to injury.
•He was ranked as the No. 3 junior college prospect before transferring.
•Traore averaged 13.2 points and 8.4 rebounds at Frank Phillips College.
•Coach Danny Sprinkle believes Traore is the best athlete on the team.
•He has three years of eligibility remaining with the Huskies.

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12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Mady Traore should be a key piece for Washington basketball in 2026-27

What they're saying

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After the junior college transfer missed all of last season due to an injury, Washington is hoping Mady Traore can fill a big role in the rotation.
— Yahoo Sports

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