Correction: Will Berg Commits to Wichita State, Not Indiana Hoosiers.
In a significant development for college basketball, 7-foot-2 Swedish center Will Berg has announced his transfer from Purdue University to Wichita State University. Berg made his decision public through a social media post on Instagram, signaling a new chapter in his collegiate basketball career .
Berg’s tenure at Purdue saw him in a reserve role, where he appeared in 22 games during the 2024–25 season, averaging 1.8 points and 1.3 rebounds per game. Despite limited playing time, he demonstrated potential, particularly when stepping in as a starter following an injury to freshman center Daniel Jacobsen. Berg’s performance in the NCAA Tournament’s first round against High Point was notable; he contributed four points and two rebounds in 11 minutes, aiding Purdue’s advancement .
The decision to transfer comes after Purdue’s season concluded with a narrow 62–60 loss to Houston in the Sweet 16, marking their third appearance at that stage in four years . Berg’s move to Wichita State is part of a broader trend of roster changes within Purdue’s program, with several players entering the transfer portal following the season’s end .
At Wichita State, Berg joins a team that finished the 2024–25 campaign with a 19–15 record and an NIT appearance. His addition is expected to bolster the Shockers’ frontcourt, providing size and experience as they aim to build on their recent success.
This transfer underscores the dynamic nature of college basketball rosters in the era of the transfer portal, where players seek opportunities that align with their development goals and playing time aspirations.
