A former top-50 recruit and Duke forward has announced his commitment to transfer to Indiana basketball. This move adds significant talent to the Hoosiers' roster for the upcoming season.
Former top-50 recruit, Duke forward commits to transfer to Indiana basketball
Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Tucker Devries (12) grabs a rebound against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian Devries directs his team against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Reed Bailey (1) battles for the ball with Northwestern Wildcats forward Tre Singleton (8) at the tip-off of Big Ten Conference Tournament Second Round game at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Tucker Devries (12) grabs a rebound against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Tucker Devries (12) grabs a rebound against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian Devries directs his team against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Reed Bailey (1) battles for the ball with Northwestern Wildcats forward Tre Singleton (8) at the tip-off of Big Ten Conference Tournament Second Round game at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
BLOOMINGTON — Indiana basketball reached into the ACC for its latest addition this portal cycle, when Duke wing Darren Harris announced Monday his decision to transfer to Bloomington.
A 6-foot-6 forward who played his prep basketball for WCAC powerhouse program Paul VI, Harris was a top-50 recruit when he signed with the Blue Devils in the 2024 class. He arrived in Durham with a strong reputation as a dangerous 3-point shooter, but struggled to find his rhythm there. Over 57 games at Duke, Harris shot just 30.8% from 3.
But he saw substantial improvement from his freshman to his sophomore seasons in both 3-point and free-throw shooting, against a negligible turnover rate. He fits the mold Darian DeVries likes in his wing players, given his combination of length and range. With players like Nick Dorn and Jasai Miles gone, Harris figures to step into meaningful minutes as a multiyear transfer already familiar with the demands of high-major basketball.
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He was part of a busy and ultimately lucrative early period of the transfer window that saw top targets including Markus Burton, Aiden Sherrell and Jaeden Mustaf all pass through Bloomington as well.
Harris joins FILL IN REST OF TRANSFER CLASS TO DATE HERE.
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The former Duke forward transferring to Indiana basketball is Tucker Devries.
Tucker Devries is expected to bring significant talent and skill to the Indiana basketball roster, enhancing their competitive edge.
Tucker Devries announced his commitment to transfer to Indiana basketball on March 11, 2026.
Tucker Devries was ranked as a top-50 recruit before joining Duke.
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