“Iowa Basketball Eyes Grand Canyon’s Star: Could This Big Man Be Their Game-Changing Secret Weapon?”

The excitement is palpable as the Iowa Hawkeyes gear up to welcome a promising talent into their fold. Duke Brennan, a former standout from Grand Canyon University, is slated to visit campus on April 18-19, signaling a potential new chapter for both him and the Hawkeyes. This 6-foot-10, 250-pound forward has made waves with his impressive stats—averaging 10.4 points and 9.2 rebounds per game last season—making him a notable contender in the transfer portal landscape. With visits lined up at prestigious programs like Stanford and Villanova prior to his Iowa trip, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how this versatile player could mesh with Iowa’s established roster. Buckle up, because this recruitment saga is just getting started! To get all the juicy details, click here to LEARN MORE.The 6-foot-10, 250 pound forward averaged 10.4 points and 9.2 rebounds per game while shooting 64.6% from the field and 65.4% from the free throw line last season. Brennan scored in double figures in 19 games during the 2024-25 campaign, including 10 double-doubles.Former Grand Canyon big man Duke Brennan is reportedly set to visit Iowa from April 18-19. The Athletic’s Tobias Bass reports that Brennan will also visit Stanford April 11-13 and Villanova April 15-17.Here’s a look at Brennan’s highlights:

The Chandler, Ariz., native began his career at Arizona State where he played in 36 games and started one during the 2022-23 season. Brennan morphed into a starter at Grand Canyon where he played and started in 65 games over the past two seasons.One of the Iowa Hawkeyes‘ transfer portal targets will be making their way to campus next week.

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