Nebraska basketball 2026 Transfer Portal tracker: Fred Hoiberg's encore starts now

The Huskers look to keep their core intact as the Transfer Portal opens up.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:07pm

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Nebraska basketball coach Fred Hoiberg has been active in the Transfer Portal during his tenure, but this offseason the Huskers are hoping to retain most of their roster. While NU will need to add a few players, Hoiberg has indicated he wants to keep his core group together. The Huskers are dealing with several graduations, so finding a new point guard and big man will be key focus areas in the coming weeks.

Why it matters

Nebraska has struggled in recent seasons, and Hoiberg is looking to build momentum heading into the 2026-27 campaign. Keeping the Huskers' core intact while adding the right pieces from the Transfer Portal could be crucial to the team's success next year.

The details

So far, no Nebraska players have announced their intention to enter the Transfer Portal, which is open from April 7 to April 21. The Huskers are losing several key contributors to graduation, including Rienk Mast, Sam Hoiberg, Jamarques Lawrence, Kendall Blue, and Jared Garcia. Hoiberg has said he's optimistic about keeping his team's core together, even if nothing has been finalized yet.

  • The Transfer Portal window opened on April 7, 2026 and will remain open until April 21, 2026.

The players

Fred Hoiberg

The head coach of the Nebraska basketball team, who has been active in the Transfer Portal during his tenure.

Rienk Mast

A Nebraska basketball player who is graduating and leaving the team.

Sam Hoiberg

A Nebraska basketball player who is graduating and leaving the team.

Jamarques Lawrence

A Nebraska basketball player who is graduating and leaving the team.

Kendall Blue

A Nebraska basketball player who is graduating and leaving the team.

Jared Garcia

A Nebraska basketball player who is graduating and leaving the team.

Braden Frager

A Nebraska basketball player who has been rumored to be considering entering the Transfer Portal.

Pryce Sandfort

A Nebraska basketball player who may declare for the 2026 NBA Draft.

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What they’re saying

“I've liked where the discussions have gone about keeping our core together, even if nothing has been solidified just yet.”

— Fred Hoiberg, Head Coach, Nebraska Basketball

What’s next

Nebraska will need to add a new point guard and big man to their roster through the Transfer Portal in the coming weeks. The team will also monitor whether Pryce Sandfort decides to declare for the 2026 NBA Draft.

The takeaway

Fred Hoiberg and the Nebraska basketball program are focused on retaining their core players this offseason, rather than undergoing a major roster overhaul through the Transfer Portal. Keeping continuity will be key as Hoiberg looks to build momentum heading into the 2026-27 season.