Three Former Friars Find New Homes for Next Season: Vaaks to Illinois, Nil to W & M, & Dual to ‘Cuse

Following Oswin's commitment to Creighton, it's been a minute since we saw a former Friar commit to a new team for next season out of the transfer portal. So, of course it makes sense that they came flooding in all at the same time. We knew that Stefan Vaaks was going to most likely be …

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Class of 2021 Big Man Sam Ayomide includes Providence in his Final 6 Schools

The Providence Friars have been included among some college basketball heavy hitters in 2021 Nigerian Big Sam Ayomide's list of his final 6 schools. Aymoide's cut down list includes Memphis, Kansas, Seton Hall, Illinois, & Wake Forest. The Friars have missed out on a few commitments recently after being included in some final cut lists …

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Game Recap: Friars Kick-Off Inaugural Dave Gavitt Tip-Off by Taking Down Illinois 60-59 in a Nail-Bitter at the Dunk

Providence Friars 60 (2-0) Illinois Fighting Illini 59 (1-2)   In a game that was back-and-forth all the way down the stretch, the Friars were able to stay undefeated on the season and close out Illinois in the inaugural Dave Gavitt Tip-Off at the Dunkin' Donuts Arena.  Kris Dunn wasn't at his best but was able to show …

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