Blake Barkley Leaves Northwestern | Northwestern Wildcats Basketball News

Northwestern Wildcats Basketball News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 4, 2026 · 1m

Freshman Blake Barkley, a three-star recruit from Northwestern, has officially entered the transfer portal—moving on after limited playing time and just three games. Once a national prep champ with Putnam Science Academy and a standout on the Adidas 3SSB circuit, Barkley’s brief Wildcats stint didn’t offer much court time, making his exit a strategic next step. With Coach Collins already building a loaded 2025 recruiting class, Barkley’s departure won’t rattle Northwestern—but it signals his search for more minutes and impact elsewhere in college hoops. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…