Sam Keyser reported that IU is one of six schools Ward consistently hears from, along with West Virginia, Maryland, NC State, Virginia and VCU.
The 6-foot-6 wing played at DeMatha High School, which produced former IU star Victor Oladipo. Ward last played in the 2023-24 season at LSU and stepped away from the program before the 2024-25 to focus on his mental health.
New IU assistant coach Kenny Johnson has strong ties to the DMV area, which encompasses Washington, D.C., and parts of Maryland and Virginia.
Ward has two seasons of eligibility remaining.