The Wisconsin Badgers basketball coaching staff has been active in their pursuit of frontcourt depth. Their latest transfer portal contact is one that they know pretty well — because the big man played in the Big Ten.
According to The Portal Report, the Badgers have expressed interest in Minnesota forward Pharrel Payne — who has two years of eligibility remaining.
Texas Tech, Texas, Georgia, Indiana, Georgia Tech, Nebraska, Arkansas, Providence, Utah, Ole Miss, Illinois, Oregon, Florida, Georgetown, Butler, Iowa State, and many others are also involved.
Payne played two seasons for the Gophers, appearing in 62 games.