Wisconsin Badgers add three seniors from transfer portal ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 5:45 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Wisconsin Badgers basketball team secured three key transfers for the 2026 season, including Eian Elmer from Miami (OH), Trey Autry, and Victory Onuetu. All three players are seniors, joining overseas recruit Owen Foxwell. Wisconsin previously focused on experienced seniors, but the recent 5-for-5 eligibility rule change may influence future recruiting strategies. Discussions regarding potential fifth-year eligibility for current players will take place this fall, impacting the team's future roster plans.
- •Eian Elmer, Trey Autry, and Victory Onuetu join the Badgers as seniors.
- •Elmer had NBA Draft consideration before returning to college.
- •Wisconsin has previously focused on veteran players in the transfer portal.
- •The new 5-for-5 rule allows seniors the potential for an extra year.
- •Wisconsin will evaluate discussions on fifth-year eligibility in the fall.
- 5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Should the Badgers start targeting players with multiple years of eligibility in the transfer portal?
"Things are changing in the college basketball landscape.
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