IU Basketball Peru Takeaways: Markus Burton, Aiden Sherrell & Freshman Buzz

Indiana basketball is finally back on the floor, and CrimsonCast breaks down what we’ve learned from the Hoosiers’ exhibition game and early action in Peru under Darian DeVries.Galen Clavio is joined by Andrew Garrison to talk through early impressions of the new-look IU basketball roster, including Markus Burton running the offense, Aiden Sherrell flashing major frontcourt versatility, and how the Hoosiers’ balance could look different from last season. They also get into Samet Yigitoglu’s status, the promise of Prince-Alexander Moody, Vaughn Karvala, and Trevor Manhertz, the importance of freshman retention, and why Trent Sisley’s physical development could matter for Indiana’s ceiling.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana, the Hoosiers, IU basketball, IU football, and the 2026 season.Check out the CrimsonCast Merch Shop!Read the latest from Andrew Garrison on the CrimsonCast Substack