Penn State Basketball Adds Recruit, Assistant Coach, and Preseason Tournament Slot
Penn State University's men's basketball team has announced significant roster and staff updates for the upcoming 2026-2027 season under head coach Mike Rhoades. The program secured Serbian forward Aleksandar Zecevic, a 6’10” professional player from Bilbao Basket in Spain, marking their ninth offseason addition. Zecevic joins a diverse group of international recruits and domestic transfers aimed at strengthening the squad. Additionally, the Nittany Lions filled an assistant coaching vacancy by hiring Dwayne Stephens, the former Western Michigan head coach and brother of Penn State alum Jarrett Stephens. Stephens brings extensive experience from his tenure at Michigan State. In scheduling news, the team will participate in the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament in the Bahamas during Thanksgiving week. This marks the men's team's debut in the prestigious eight-team event, where they will play three games against opponents that may include Virginia and Texas A&M. These strategic moves highlight Penn State's aggressive approach to rebuilding and enhancing their competitive standing in college basketball.
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