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Nebraska Basketball Standout Entering Transfer Portal

On Wednesday, Nebraska forward Berke Buyuktuncel entered the NCAA transfer portal, marking a significant departure following the Cornhuskers' historic 2025-26 Sweet 16 season.
During his two seasons in Lincoln, Buyuktuncel started 61 of 66 appearances, averaging 6.5 points and 5.6 rebounds per game while becoming a defensive contributor.
Buyuktuncel's departure follows exits by freshman guard Quentin Rhymes and sophomore forward Justin Bolis, leaving Nebraska coach Fred Hoiberg six roster spots to fill through the portal.
Separately, Penn State guard Kayden Mingo entered the transfer portal on Wednesday, reversing his earlier intention to return for a second season with the Nittany Lions.
Penn State coach Mike Rhoades loses his highest-rated recruit, while Hoiberg works to maintain team culture and rebuild his rotation for next year.

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Omaha World-Herald

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Nebraska men's basketball forward Berke Buyuktuncel enters transfer portal

A 33-game starter who was a emotional spark plug for Nebraska's defense this season, Berke Buyuktuncel is entering the transfer portal.

9 hours ago·Omaha, United States

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BroBible

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Nebraska Basketball Player Hits Transfer Portal Just Hours After Getting A Cornhuskers Tattoo

Berke Buyuktuncel got a tattoo to commemorate a historic college basketball season for Nebraska. And then he hit the transfer portal.

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Loyalty Is Forever: Nebraska's Berke Buyuktuncel Got Their '28-7' Record Tattooed On Him, Hits The Transfer Portal A Day Or Two Later

Read more about Loyalty Is Forever: Nebraska's Berke Buyuktuncel Got Their '28-7' Record Tattooed On Him, Hits The Transfer Portal A Day Or Two Later on https://www.barstoolsports.com/

10 hours ago·New York, United States

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ABC News 8 Lincoln KLKN

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Reports: Huskers' Berke Buyuktuncel enters NCAA transfer portal

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Nebraska men’s basketball is losing a key player from it’s Sweet 16 run in the NCAA Tournament. Berke Buyuktuncel is reportedly in the NCAA transfer portal, as first reported by On3. Buyuktuncel started 61 of 66 appearances for the Huskers in two seasons. He became a fan favorite during the 2025-26 season for his aggressive defense...

11 hours ago·Lincoln, United States

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Sports Illustrated

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Nebraska Forward Berke Büyüktuncel Enters the Transfer Portal

The first major transfer portal departure of the cycle dropped on Wednesday, with 61-game starter Berke Büyüktuncel making a potential exit from Nebrasketball.

11 hours ago·New York, United States

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