The college basketball season begins Monday. And with the transfer portal in overdrive the the past few years no one will blame you for not knowing who is playing where these days.

Big Ten teams were certainly busy in the portal. To get you ready for the season we asked beat reporters from across the USA TODAY Network which transfers will have biggest impact in 2025-26. Here are there answers:

Illinois : Andrej Stojakovic

The Cal transfer is the son of former NBA sharpshooter Peja Stojakovic. The 6-7 wing and former McDonald's All American is expected to be the offensive centerpiece for a rebuilt Illini team with newcomers in key spots. He suffered a knee injury this offseason, but appears he will be ready for the opener. — Wes Huett, Peoria Journal Star

Indiana: Lamar Wilkerson

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