Butler basketball's international recruiting pipeline is flowing strong under new head coach Ronald Nored. The Bulldogs have secured a commitment from Brazilian sharpshooter Eduardo Klafke, a transfer from Ole Miss, adding a critical piece to Nored's offensive vision.

Klafke, a 6-foot-5 guard, becomes the latest international addition, joining Serbian guard Asim Djulovic and four-star freshman Herly Brutus in Nored's inaugural recruiting class. While his sophomore averages of 4.6 points and 2.5 rebounds at Ole Miss may not jump off the page, his shooting efficiency is what makes this move significant for Butler.

The young guard is a certified marksman, boasting a career three-point percentage of 44.6% on limited attempts. This elite shooting touch is exactly what Coach Nored prioritized, emphasizing spacing as a foundational principle of his offense. Last season, Butler shot just 32% from deep as a team, making Klafke's proven accuracy a welcome addition to help spread the floor for playmakers.

Klafke's journey to Indianapolis has a familiar feel for Butler fans. He follows a similar path as former Bulldog and fellow Brazilian Augusto Cassia, also an alum of the NBA Academy Latin America and a one-time Ole Miss teammate. A highly-touted prospect ranked as the top player from Brazil in his class, Klafke also brings valuable FIBA experience from Brazil's U19 national team.

With several key players from last season's squad entering the transfer portal, including shooters like Finley Bizjack and Evan Haywood, Klafke's arrival addresses a direct need. He is now the sixth confirmed member of Butler's evolving 2026-27 roster, signaling a new era of Bulldog basketball focused on skilled, international talent under Ronald Nored's leadership.