On Sunday, forward Sam Alexis announced his return to Indiana for the 2026-27 campaign. So what does that mean for Indiana’s rotation heading into the 2026-27 season? Projecting Indiana basketball's 2026-27 starting lineup (and sixth man) with Sam AlexisNotre Dame guard Markus Burton, left, passes the ball during a NCAA men's basketball game against Bellarmine at Purcell Pavilion on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in South Bend. Sixth Man: Sam AlexisMar 7, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Sam Alexis (4) drives to the basket as Ohio State Buckeyes center Christoph Tilly (13) defends during the first half at Value City Arena. For the vast majority of the 2025-26 season, Alexis operated as Indiana’s de-facto center.