Elijah Gray Removed from Wisconsin Basketball Over Pre-Enrollment Incidents
Elijah Gray, a forward for the Wisconsin men’s basketball team, has been removed from the program. The decision was announced on October 28, following a release from the team. His dismissal is connected to incidents that occurred before his enrollment at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Details Surrounding Elijah Gray’s Dismissal
The Wisconsin Badgers specified that privacy regulations prevent them from disclosing further information about Gray’s situation. Gray’s absence was noted during the team’s exhibition game against Oklahoma on October 24, during which a spokesperson cited personal reasons for his nonattendance.
Injury and Participation History
Gray made a brief appearance at the Red-White Scrimmage on October 19 but did not play due to illness. He joined the Badgers this offseason as part of the transfer portal, previously playing for Fordham and Temple.
- Previous Teams: Fordham, Temple
- Last Season Performance: Averaged 9.0 points and 3.8 rebounds in 25 games at Temple
- Transfer Portal Announcement: July 2023
His exit leaves the Badgers with one fewer player in their transfer portal roster, which included five new members this offseason. As the team continues to navigate its roster changes, more updates on this situation are anticipated.
