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WeAreDePaul.com - Your SOURCE for DePaul Blue Demon Sports! The scoop on DePaul Blue Demons Basketball Part of the @247Sports Network Publisher - Steve Newhouse Over 5000 followers on X.com. Now trying out this app. #BlueGrit #dpubb #scomons #cbb

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Holtmann Previews Fluid Rotation as DePaul Prepares for 2026–27 Season CHICAGO — Following a busy offseason, DePaul is still getting a sense of its new-look rotation during preseason practices. Entering head coach Chris Holtmann's… 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

Holtmann Previews Fluid Rotation as DePaul Prepares for 2026–27 Season

CHICAGO — Following a busy offseason, DePaul is still getting a sense of its new-look rotation during preseason practices. Entering head coach Chris Holtmann's…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Brandon Maclin Returns to DePaul as Eligibility Status Remains in Legal Limbo Brandon Maclin is back at DePaul. Sources tell WeAreDePaul that the 6-3, 215 lb. guard has enrolled at DePaul University. Maclin, who exhausted all of his NCAA… 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

Brandon Maclin Returns to DePaul as Eligibility Status Remains in Legal Limbo

Brandon Maclin is back at DePaul. Sources tell WeAreDePaul.com that the 6-3, 215 lb. guard has enrolled at DePaul University. Maclin, who exhausted all of his NCAA…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

From Bottom Feeder to Tournament Contenders: Holtmann's Extension Signals New Era for DePaul Basketball Fresh off signing a contract extension earlier in the week, coach Chris Holtmann, along with AD DeWayne Peevy, will now be attached at the hip… 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

From Bottom Feeder to Tournament Contenders: Holtmann's Extension Signals New Era for DePaul Basketball

Fresh off signing a contract extension until 2031 earlier in the week, DePaul coach Chris Holtmann, along with Athletic Director DeWayne Peevy, will now be attached at the hip…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Layden Blocker Earns Preseason All-Big East Honors as DePaul Picked 8th NEW YORK – DePaul point guard Layden Blocker was named to the Preseason All-Big East Third Team, as announced by the conference office this morning. Block, who… 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

Layden Blocker Earns Preseason All-Big East Honors as DePaul Picked 8th

NEW YORK – DePaul point guard Layden Blocker was named to the Preseason All-Big East Third Team, as announced by the conference office this morning. Block, who…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

DePaul Signs Basketball Coach Chris Holtmann to Contract Extension Through 2031 In recognition of the improvement that DePaul coach Chris Holtmann made to the Blue Demons' men's basketball program in his first two seasons, he was rewarded today with… 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

DePaul Signs Basketball Coach Chris Holtmann to Contract Extension Through 2031

In recognition of the improvement that DePaul coach Chris Holtmann has made to the Blue Demons' men's basketball program in his first two seasons, he was rewarded today with a…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

How DePaul's Bolstered 2026–27 Schedule Fuels Its NCAA Tournament Ambitions DePaul released its schedule for the upcoming 2026-27 season with a significantly stronger slate filled with quality names. The non-conference schedule has been bolstered to… 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

How DePaul's Bolstered 2026–27 Schedule Fuels Its NCAA Tournament Ambitions

DePaul released its schedule for the upcoming 2026-27 season with a significantly stronger slate filled with quality names. The non-conference schedule has been bolstered to…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

No. 67-ranked Jason Gardner Jr. set to announce commitment on CBS Sports College Basketball YouTube channel Auburn, DePaul, Florida, Indiana and Stanford make the cut for Jason Gardner Jr. 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

No. 67-ranked Jason Gardner Jr. set to announce commitment on CBS Sports College Basketball YouTube channel

Auburn, DePaul, Florida, Indiana and Stanford make the cut for Jason Gardner Jr.

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Chris Holtmann’s DePaul Recruiting Shift: Small 2027 Class, Big Targets DePaul coach Chris Holtmann signed three high school prospects as part of his 2026 recruiting class. Don't expect as large of a number for 2027. This is due to the… 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

Chris Holtmann’s DePaul Recruiting Shift: Small 2027 Class, Big Targets

DePaul coach Chris Holtmann signed three high school prospects as part of his 2026 recruiting class. Don't expect as large of a number for 2027. This is due to the…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Chris Holtmann Targets Postseason Push for DePaul DePaul officially broke ground on a new state-of-the-art basketball practice facility on Tuesday. This new facility will pave the way for future DePaul basketball players… 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

Chris Holtmann Targets Postseason Push for DePaul

DePaul officially broke ground on a new state-of-the-art basketball practice facility on Tuesday. This new facility will pave the way for future DePaul basketball players…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

DePaul Breaks Ground on $50 Million Basketball Facility to Elevate Big East Standing DePaul University has officially broken ground on a $50 million, state-of-the-art practice facility that promises to elevate the entire athletic department. 247sports.com/college/depa... #bluegrit

DePaul Breaks Ground on $50 Million Practice Facility to Elevate Big East Standing

DePaul Breaks Ground on $50 Million Basketball Facility to Elevate Big East StandingSenior Vice President & Director of Athletics DeWayne Peevy had a vision once he took…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

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DePaul announces 2026-27 Big East conference schedule

The Big East Conference announced DePaul's conference schedule for the 2026-27 men's basketball season this morning. It's a conference schedule that will begin on…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Potential starters Kruz McClure’s growth Perimeter shooting compared to last year Working with Chris Holtmann What Jack learned from Matt Painter Playing Purdue in the non-conference Monitoring Big East opponents Noah Smith’s recruitment Playing with 7-footers in the frontcourt and lots more!!!

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

In this episode the guys talk with Jack about: Building a culture in year 3 at DePaul The coaching staff’s 2 year extension and what it means How the transfer portal class came together Layden Blocker’s development over the summer Summer workouts and standouts Fabian Flores’ development...

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Get to know DePaul assistant coach Jack Owens WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze and Scott Phillips talk with DePaul Blue Demon assistant coach Jack Owens on the latest episode of the Blue Demon... Now available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & Pocket Podcasts 247sports.com/college/depa...

Get to know DePaul assistant coach Jack Owens

Welcome to the 26th episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast for Season 2. WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze and Scott Phillips talk with DePaul Blue Demon assistant…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

DePaul hoping for growth from McClure and Flores DePaul basketball made waves this offseason thanks to a strong transfer portal recruiting class that many consider one of the best in the Big East. While the Blue Demons should be deeper and more talented... 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

Guarding the Game: One common-sense change that would most improve college basketball

Part 3 of Guarding the Game asks top college basketball coaches for one common-sense change.

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Guarding the Game: One common-sense change that would most improve college basketball Part 3 of Guarding the Game asks top college basketball coaches for one common-sense change. 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

Guarding the Game: One common-sense change that would most improve college basketball

Part 3 of Guarding the Game asks top college basketball coaches for one common-sense change.

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Amid NCAA eligibility chaos DePaul coach takes "wait and see" approach Back in March, DePaul seniors CJ Gunn, NJ Benson, Kaleb Banks, and Brandon Maclin were honored at Senior Day at Wintrust Arena. The quartet of players thought that they… 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

Amid NCAA eligibility chaos DePaul coach takes "wait and see" approach

Back in March, DePaul seniors CJ Gunn, NJ Benson, Kaleb Banks, and Brandon Maclin were honored at Senior Day at Wintrust Arena. The quartet of players thought that they…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Chris Holtmann recaps DePaul summer workouts and injury report Summer workouts have come to an end for the DePaul Blue Demons. DePaul went seven weeks in total during its summer workouts. This was a prime time for returning players… 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

Chris Holtmann recaps DePaul summer workouts and injury report

Summer workouts have come to an end for the DePaul Blue Demons. DePaul went seven weeks in total during its summer workouts. This was a prime time for returning players…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

DePaul AD looks to move Beyond the Dream DePaul Athletic Director DeWayne Peevy has lived by the mantra "Dream Big". On Tuesday afternoon, Peevy gave a sneak preview of his five year strategic plan for… 247sports.com/college/depa...

DePaul AD looks to move Beyond the Dream

DePaul Athletic Director DeWayne Peevy has lived by the mantra "Dream Big". On Tuesday afternoon, Peevy gave a sneak preview of his five year strategic plan for…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

DePaul alums gear up for overseas opportunities A number of DePaul basketball alumni have had the opportunity to continue their basketball careers by heading out of the country to play professionally in overseas… 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

DePaul alums gear up for overseas opportunities

A number of DePaul basketball alumni have had the opportunity to continue their basketball careers by heading out of the country to play professionally in overseas…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Get to know Blue Demon newcomer Wilson Jacques WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze talks with DePaul Blue Demon newcomer Wilson Jacques on the latest episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast. Now available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & Pocket Podcasts 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

Get to know DePaul newcomer Wilson Jacques

Welcome to the 25th episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast for Season 2. WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze talks with DePaul Blue Demon newcomer Wilson Jacques on the…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

DePaul releases men's hoops non-conference schedule 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

DePaul releases men's hoops non-conference schedule

At his introductory press conference in 2024, DePaul head coach Chris Holtmann promised that his non-conference schedule would be tougher in his second season than it would be…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Basketball takes CJ Gunn on many travels From Chicago to Indianapolis to Colorado to Canada to the Bay Area to back to Indianapolis to Chile, DePaul alum CJ Gunn has racked up the frequent flyer miles over the last… 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

Basketball takes CJ Gunn on many travels

From Chicago to Indianapolis to Colorado to Canada to the Bay Area to back to Indianapolis to Chile, DePaul alum CJ Gunn has racked up the frequent flyer miles over the last…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

How the NCAA's age-based, five-year eligibility rule impacts the DePaul Blue Demons WeAreDePaul looks at what the NCAA's new eligibility rules mean for each player on the DePaul basketball roster. 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

How the NCAA's age-based, five-year eligibility rule impacts the DePaul Blue Demons

The NCAA Division I cabinet on Tuesday officially unanimously voted to approve a long-expected change to eligibility rules. The decision was made final on Wednesday.Under the…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

His relationship with the coaching staff DePaul’s portal class Getting to know teammates Playing in the NCAA Tournament Getting acquainted with Chicago Pro players that he looks up to Why he chose his jersey number His recruitment in the portal What he brings to the Demons

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

In this episode the guys talk with Kahmare about: The start of summer workouts at DePaul Why Kahmare chose DPU Thoughts on playing in the Big East His evolution as a player at Wofford Holmes’ role with the Demons His progress with his shooting Kahmare’s biggest strengths Being a lock-down defender

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Get to know Blue Demon newcomer Kahmare Holmes WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze & Dan Stack talk with DePaul Blue Demon newcomer Kahmare Holmes on the latest episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast Now available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & Pocket Podcasts 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

Get to know DePaul newcomer Kahmare Holmes

Welcome to the 24th episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast for Season 2. WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze and Dan Stack talk with DePaul Blue Demon newcomer Kahmare Holmes…

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 26/06/2026

The university announced the museum’s closure in February. Laura-Caroline de Lara, the DePaul Art Museum’s director, will remain in charge of the collection’s management.

DePaul Art Museum collections to stay on campus as day-to-day operations cease

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Learning during his redshirt year at San Diego State What areas of his game is Magoon working on? Shot selection Why he chose DePaul Magoon’s shot blocking prowess Playing in the NCAA Tournament Looking forward to playing the Big East The transfer portal process and lots more!

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

In this episode the guys talk with Magoon about: The start of summer workouts at DePaul Magoon’s return from injury Where the versatile big man will fit in DePaul’s frontcourt DePaul’s frontcourt loaded with three 7-footers His relationship with Wilson Jacques

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze and Dan Stack talk with DePaul Blue Demon newcomer Magoon Gwath on the latest episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast. Now available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & Pocket Podcasts 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

Get to know DePaul newcomer Magoon Gwath

Welcome to the 23rd episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast for Season 2. WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze and Dan Stack talk with DePaul Blue Demon newcomer Magoon…

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 18/06/2026

The Maywood native and DePaul graduate helped conceive the concept of a "Rock & Roll band with horns."

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Walter Parazaider, saxophonist responsible for Chicago's 'vision,' dies at 81

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

How Magoon Gwath fits at DePaul DePaul added one of the nation’s most feared interior defenders through the transfer portal with the signing of San Diego State big man Magoon Gwath. The highest-rated of the Blue Demons’ six transfers this offseason, the... 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

How Magoon Gwath fits at DePaul

DePaul added one of the nation's most feared interior defenders through the transfer portal with the signing of San Diego State big man Magoon Gwath. The highest-rated of…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

DePaul alums spend time north of the border It's common for Chicagoans to head north to Canada in the summertime to escape the heat of the city. A trio of DePaul basketball alums have exported their… 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

DePaul alums spend time north of the border

It's common for Chicagoans to head north to Canada in the summertime to escape the heat of the city. A trio of DePaul basketball alums have exported their…

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Block Club Chicago @blockclubchi.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

DePaul will replace a former Whole Foods with a new student welcome center. blockclubchi.co/4vPTsqa

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Noah Smith: from Indiana High School All-Stars to DePaul After a week of playing with the Indiana High School All-Stars, Plainfield High School forward Noah Smith is… 247sports.com/college/depa...

Noah Smith: from Indiana High School All-Stars to DePaul

After a week of playing with the Indiana High School All-Stars, Plainfield High School forward Noah Smith is…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

NIL’s evolution and influence on college hoops. Targeting the NCAA Transfer Portal in 2026 Thoughts on next year’s roster Day to Day working the transfer portal Thoughts on Kruz McClure’s development as a freshman The players who are returning from last season Beefing up the non-conf schedule

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

In this episode the guys talk with Coach Vall about: Getting acquainted with the city of Chicago His time spent as an analyst with FOX Sports How Chris Holtmann convinced him to come to DePaul His time as head coach at Butler Returning to Hinkle Fieldhouse Roster construction decisions as a GM

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze and Scott Phillips talk with DePaul Assistant Coach and GM LaVall Jordan on the latest episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast. Now available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & Pocket Podcasts 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

DePaul Assistant Coach and GM LaVall Jordan joins the Blue Demon Banter Podcast

Welcome to the 22nd episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast for Season 2. WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze and Scott Phillips talk with DePaul Assistant Coach and GM…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Holtmann beefs up DePaul's non-conference schedule in Year 3 At his introductory press conference in 2024 DePaul head coach Chris Holtmann promised that his non-conference schedule would be tougher in his second season than it would be… 247sports.com/college/depa...

Holtmann beefs up DePaul's non-conference schedule in Year 3

At his introductory press conference in 2024 DePaul head coach Chris Holtmann promised that his non-conference schedule would be tougher in his second season than it would be…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

How Ade Popoola fits at DePaul Improved perimeter shooting was a necessity for DePaul this offseason after the Blue Demons shot only 32 percent from distance in 2025-26. The transfer portal addition of Tulsa guard Ade Popoola should alleviate some of... 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

How Ade Popoola fits at DePaul

Improved perimeter shooting was a necessity for DePaul this offseason after the Blue Demons shot only 32 percent from distance in 2025-26. The transfer portal addition of…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Official announcement on the Fort Myers MTE over Thanksgiving where DePaul will meet Purdue and Pitt - depaulbluedemons.com/news/2026/5/... #cbb

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DePaul to Attend Fort Myers Tip-Off Over Thanksgiving - DePaul University Athletics

FORT MYERS, Fla. – DePaul men's basketball was announced Thursday as one of the teams participating in the ninth edition of the Fort Myers Tip-Off this seaso...

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

DePaul's portal haul was a team effort DePaul fans have been referring to the Blue Demons' transfer portal recruiting class in 2026 as "DeHaul". It's a six man class consisting of… 247sports.com/college/depa... #cbb

DePaul's portal haul was a team effort

DePaul fans have been referring to the Blue Demons' transfer portal recruiting class in 2026 as "DeHaul". It's a six man class consisting of Arizona State point guard…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Eye on out of state recruiting for DePaul in 2027 In our last report we introduced you to 2027 prospects in the state of Illinois. Today we want to take a look beyond the borders of Illinois. In this report we take a look at some out of state possibilities in... 247sports.com/college/depa...

Eye on out of state recruiting for DePaul in 2027

In our last report we introduced you to 2027 prospects in the state of Illinois. Today we want to take a look beyond the borders of Illinois. In this report…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Eye on local recruiting for DePaul in 2027 One year ago we introduced you to 2026 prospect Mason Lockett IV from Oswego East High School. Lockett ended up signing with DePaul last fall. In this report we take a look at some local possibilities in the 2027 high... 247sports.com/college/depa...

Eye on local recruiting for DePaul in 2027

One year ago we introduced you to 2026 prospect Mason Lockett IV from Oswego East High School. Lockett ended up signing with DePaul last fall. In this report we…

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

How does Koree Cotton Fit at DePaul? DePaul completed its six-man transfer portal class with the signing of UTRGV wing Koree Cotton. The 6-foot-6, 215-pound Cotton was a dynamic two-way wing for the Vaqueros where he was named first-team All-Southland and also to... 247sports.com/college/depa...

How does Koree Cotton Fit at DePaul?

DePaul completed its six-man transfer portal class with the signing of UTRGV wing Koree Cotton. The 6-foot-6, 215-pound Cotton was a dynamic two-way wing for the Vaqueros…

WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Ade’s role with the Demons The recruiting process in the transfer portal Relationship with the coaching staff Ade’s decision to commit to DePaul What does Ade bring to DePaul? Playing in the Big East Excited to play with new teammates Bringing veteran experience to DePaul NBA role models

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

In this episode the guys talk with the transfer from Tulsa about: Ade talks about growing up in St. Louis and his path to DePaul Work ethic coming up through the Juco ranks Accepting his role at Tulsa Taking pride in his defense 3 point marksmanship Areas for improvement Playing in the NIT

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WeAreDePaul.com @wearedepaul.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze and Scott Phillips talk with future DePaul Blue Demon Ade Popoola on the latest episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast. Now available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & Pocket Podcasts 247sports.com/college/depa...

Future DePaul Blue Demon Ade Popoola joins the Blue Demon Banter Podcast

Welcome to the 21st episode of the Blue Demon Banter podcast for Season 2. WeAreDePaul's Joey Pollizze and Scott Phillips talk with future DePaul Blue Demon Ade Popoola…

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