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IU basketball named a finalist for 2026 forward Ladarius Givan
- Indiana University names Ladarius Givan a finalist for the 2026-27 roster, placing him among six schools vying for his commitment.
- Givan transferred recruitment after decommitting from Mississippi State, with Indiana offering soon after.
- Givan, a Petersburg (Va.) High School star, helped his team win the state championship this spring.
- ESPN lists Givan as a four-star recruit, with industry rankings placing him as a three-star overall.
- Givan is the No. 21 for Team Loaded (Adidas 3SSB) in the showcased highlight reel.
- Givan is Virginia-born and hails from Petersburg, helping his high school win a state title this spring.
- Givan's final six schools include Indiana, LSU, Seton Hall, Mississippi State, NC State and UCF, per League Ready's report.
- Givan began an official visit to UCF and is expected to visit Indiana and possibly Seton Hall next.
- Givan initially committed to Mississippi State as a sophomore before decommitting and reopening his recruitment.
- The Daily Hoosier tracks IU basketball recruiting with ongoing coverage and analysis.
- Givan's senior-year stats include 15.5 points and 12.1 rebounds per game with elite field goal and free-throw percentages.
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