Notre Dame just landed a basketball gem: Braeden Smith, a savvy veteran point guard from Gonzaga, is headed to South Bend for the 2026-27 season. A Seattle native and graduate transfer, Smith brings elite experience after starring at Colgate — where he earned Patriot League Player of the Year as a sophomore. Known for his court vision, ball-handling mastery, and leadership, he’s already proven himself on winning teams. At Gonzaga, he played in all 35 games, averaging 5 points and 3 assists while boasting an elite assist-to-turnover ratio. Before that, he was a National Freshman finalist and helped Colgate reach two NCAA Tournaments. With career averages near 10 points and 4 assists per game — and top-50 career assists among active players — Smith is poised to make an instant impact and elevate Notre Dame’s backcourt. Coach Shrewsberry couldn’t be more excited — this is exactly the veteran presence they’ve been waiting for.

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Notre Dame just got a physical, gritty upgrade with the addition of 6-foot-9 forward Bryce Dortch, who’s transferring from Rutgers for the 2026-27 season. Hailing from Somerville, MA, Dortch brings elite defensive instincts — 21 blocks and 17 steals last year — plus flashes of dominance like his nine-rebound, five-block game against Penn. A high school All-NEPSAC honoree and AAU champion with Rivals Elite, he’s ready to compete and could make an immediate impact on South Bend’s roster.

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Notre Dame’s ACC hoops future just got wild: 18 conference games, new rivalries, and a shocking Louisville absence — all set to shake up the 2026-27 season.

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