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Projecting Minnesota WBB’s 2026–27 Rotation After an A+ Transfer Portal Cycle

The Gophers have seemingly wrapped up their transfer portal cycle with a huge splash commitment from Penn State center Gracie Merkle on Monday. They now have 15 players on their 2026-27 roster, so let's break down what the rotation and depth chart could look like next season.

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5 Realistic Options for Minnesota's Final Two Roster Spots

The Gophers had a significant week in the transfer portal with four additions, which brings their current roster to 13 players for the 2026-27 season. That means they still have two spots available on next year's team.

Iowa Three-Sport Athlete Gives Gophers First O-Line Commit of 2027 Cycle

The Gophers landed another commitment in their 2027 high school class on Sunday from Iowa offensive lineman Will Clausen, following an unofficial visit to the school.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / April 18

Analyzing Minnesota's 2026-27 Roster Outlook After Transfer Portal Haul

North Carolina guard Kyan Evans became Minnesota's fourth transfer portal addition of the offseason on Saturday afternoon. After retaining the core of last year's roster, they've set themselves up well heading into the 2026-27 season.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / TheSheGotGame / April 17

Lacie Saltzmann Leads as Minnesota Achieves Program Milestone

Two familiar teams made it to the finals of the 2026 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championship. However, the big news of the night was that No. 13 Minnesota made it to its first national championship game.

Gophers Women’s Basketball Lands Proven UCF Guard in Transfer Portal

Central Florida (UFC) guard Leah Harmon became the first transfer portal addition for Minnesota this offseason, when she committed to the school via Instagram post on Thursday.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Big Ten Network / April 14

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Gophers Emerging as Contender for Ivy League Guard in Transfer Portal

The Gophers are still looking for their first transfer portal addition of the offseason, and there continues to be some smoke building around Yale forward Isaac Celiscar.

Portal Profile: Why Texas Tech's Jaylen Petty Could Be a Home Run for Minnesota

The Gophers are one of seven teams that have completed a Zoom meeting or are scheduled to meet with Texas Tech transfer guard Jaylen Petty, according to a report from On3's Joe Tipton on Thursday.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / April 9

Gophers Targeting Lithuanian Forward Who Won Freshman of the Year Award

As the transfer portal roars in college basketball, the Minnesota Golden Gophers are showing interest in University of Tennessee at Martin forward Matas Deniusas.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Big Ten Network / April 8

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Aaliyah Crump Might Be Exactly What the Gophers Need in the Transfer Portal

There have been numerous former Minnesota prep stars to enter the college basketball transfer portal this offseason, and Texas guard Aaliyah Crump could be a seamless fit into the Gophers system.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / April 6

5 Under-the-Radar Transfer Portal Targets Minnesota Fans Might Not Know

The Division I men's basketball transfer portal officially opens on Tuesday following the national championship game. The Gophers are expected to add a few players this offseason, and while it's fun to write about players with Minnesota connections, they're bound to add multiple players with no connection to the state.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / April 4

Two Spring Visitors Could Boost Minnesota’s 2027 Recruiting Class

The Gophers officially opened spring practice last month, and they've been hosting some intriguing 2027 high school talent on campus for unofficial visits all spring.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / April 4

Niko Medved and Minnesota Face Two Big Questions Before the Transfer Portal Opens

The Gophers are set to retain the key part of their 2025-26 roster with Jaylen Crocker-Johnson, Isaac Asuma, Bobby Durkin and Grayson Grove all set to return.

WNBA News / Bring Me The News / April 2

Former Gophers star Janel McCarville joining Lynx as assistant coach

Former University of Minnesota star Janel McCarville, who spent three seasons with the Lynx during her WNBA playing career, is returning to the organization as an assistant coach on Cheryl Reeve's staff, the team announced on Thursday.

Nasir Whitlock News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / April 2

Could a Former Minnesota Mr. Basketball Fill the Gophers’ Transfer Portal Needs?

Former DeLaSalle High School star Nasir Whitlock is the latest Minnesota native to reveal their intentions to enter the transfer portal. Could the Gophers be interested after he led Lehigh to its first NCAA Tournament appearence since 2012?

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / April 2

Why Isaiah Johnson-Arigu Should Be on Minnesota’s Transfer Portal Radar

Former Totino-Grace High School standout Isaiah Johnson-Arigu joined a long list of Minnesota natives set to enter the transfer portal on Wednesday, after one season at St.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / March 31

Will Gophers Target Former Minnesota Prep Star Daniel Freitag in Transfer Portal?

Multiple reports emerged on Tuesday that University of Buffalo guard Daniel Frietag intends to enter the transfer portal when it opens next week. The Bloomington, Minnesota native had a breakout sophomore season with the Bulls, which makes him one of the more interesting players in the portal.

Isaac Asuma's Return is the Next Step in Cementing Gophers Legacy

Isaac Asuma will return for his third season at Minnesota in 2026-27, according to a post on X from the school's official NIL collective Dinkytown Athletes on Tuesday.

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WWE Icon Brock Lesnar Gets Real About Sharing Minnesota Spotlight With Kevin Garnett

Talking trash and mowing down rivals was what Kevin Garnett produced on a nightly basis. Even though it was never in a WWE ring, his skills are still apt for the squared circle.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The News / March 23

5 finalists for 2026 Minnesota Mr. Basketball revealed

On the eve of the opening day of the 2026 Minnesota boys' basketball state tournament, the five finalists for the annual Mr. Basketball award have been announced.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / March 22

Amaya Battle sends Minnesota women’s basketball to Sweet 16 with epic game-winner

With the 2026 women’s basketball March Madness fully underway, there was a spectacular moment at the end with the Minnesota Golden Gophers beating Ole Miss on Sunday.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Bring Me The News / March 22

Two Minnesota teams to compete in 2026 NCAA men's hockey tournament

The 2026 men's hockey NCAA Tournament bracket was revealed on Sunday afternoon, and it will feature two schools from the State of Hockey. The Gophers did not make the tournament for the first time since 2018-19, but Minnesota Duluth and Minnesota State will compete for the chance at a National Championship.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Total Apex Sports / March 21

Minnesota Rallies Past Green Bay 75-58 in 2026 March Madness 1st Round

The No. 4 seed Minnesota Gophers found themselves locked in a tense battle against a tough No. 13 seed Green Bay Phoenix squad. Luckily for Minnesota, they managed to secure a 75-58 victory.