Stanford Lands Ivy League Star Nick Townsend

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Stanford just pulled off a major coup by landing Nick Townsend, the 2026 Ivy League Player of the Year and a five-star transfer from Yale. Standing 6’7”, he averaged 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists last season — the only player in the nation to hit those marks across the board while shooting over 50% from the field and nearly 46% from three-point range. A two-time All-Ivy captain and Academic All-America second-team honoree, Townsend brings elite leadership, proven tournament experience, and a winning pedigree to Stanford’s roster — making him a rare, well-rounded gem who’s ready to dominate both ends of the floor. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c60e5e8b87353257