Former Kansas commit opts for Providence basketball. What to know
Bardwell will now be listed alongside Dink Pate, Clyde Walters and Leonardo Marangon among Providence players who could make college debuts this season.
Providence College has a new incoming freshman, Javon Bardwell, joining the men's basketball program. The 19-year-old from Harlem committed to the Friars after previously pledging to Kansas. Bardwell, a product of Arizona's Overtime Elite, averaged 17.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in 14 games during his sophomore year with RWE.
He selected Providence over the Jayhawks, Louisville, Texas, and USC in October 2025, and had interest from other teams such as Washington, TCU, Texas Tech, Mississippi State, and California. Bardwell showcased his skills at the Adidas circuit and Eurocamp, scoring 55 points and 25 points respectively. He is now listed along with Dink Pate, Clyde Walters, and Leonardo Marangon as potential players who could make their debut in the 2026-27 season.
Pate, who spent three years in the NBA G League, is awaiting an NCAA ruling regarding his eligibility. The Friars will start their 100th campaign with exhibition games against Pittsburgh and Georgia Tech before opening the regular season on November 2 against Maine.
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