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Rutgers Scarlet Knights prepare for upcoming Big Ten basketball season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Rutgers Scarlet Knights prepare for upcoming Big Ten basketball season

Summary

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights will enter the upcoming Big Ten basketball season after finishing last year with a 14-20 record, including 6-14 in conference play. They did not lose significant players to the transfer portal aside from Dylan Grant and Harun Zrno., leading scorer Tariq Francis returns after averaging 17 points per game. Rutgers adds new talent, including Darin Smith Jr. and Rasheed Jones, to enhance their roster. The Knights' matchup against Oregon is scheduled for later this season, with the exact date still pending.

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By the Numbers

•Rutgers finished last season 14-20 overall.
•Tariq Francis averaged 17 points per game last season.
•Dylan Grant and Harun Zrno were significant losses.
•Darin Smith Jr. joins after a strong performance at Central Connecticut State.
•Rasheed Jones adds shooting depth from Coastal Carolina.

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2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Big Ten Summer Basketball Preview: Rutgers Scarlet Knights

What they're saying

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How’s it going, y’all? We’re back once again with a Big Ten Basketball Preview! Today we’re going to be checking in on the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, who are coming off a 14-20 season (6-14 in conference). Honestly, Rutgers is one of the few teams that didn’t really lose a whole lot in the transfer portal. […]
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