Wisconsin Badgers land recruiting commitment from Jack Thelen
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Wisconsin Badgers have secured a commitment from Jack Thelen, a seven-footer from Maple Grove, Minnesota. Thelen, weighing around 235-240 pounds, is expected to bolster the team's frontcourt in the future. His strong footwork and variety of post moves make him an intriguing prospect. Thelen's development within the program will be crucial, as he is not anticipated to join the rotation immediately. Wisconsin aims to develop size internally amid a transfer-driven college basketball.
- •Jack Thelen is a seven-footer from Maple Grove, Minnesota.
- •Thelen is expected to develop within the Wisconsin program over time.
- •He demonstrates strong footwork and a variety of post moves.
- •The commitment reflects Wisconsin's strategy to recruit size in college basketball.
- •Thelen will not immediately join the team's rotation.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Everything Wisconsin basketball fans should know about Jack Thelen
"Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers secured a nice commitment with seven-footer Jack Thelen out of Maple Grove, Minnesota.
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