Mackenzie Mgbako Enters NCAA Transfer Portal, NBA Draft

Mackenzie Mgbako, a sophomore forward for Indiana University, has entered the NCAA transfer portal while also declaring for the NBA Draft. This decision follows the resignation of head coach Mike Woodson, prompting Mgbako to explore his options after two seasons where he averaged 12.2 points and started in nearly every game. He expressed gratitude for his time at Indiana but stated that testing the NBA waters is the best course of action, allowing him to keep his eligibility in the transfer portal while monitoring the team's developments under new head coach Darian DeVries. Mgbako, a former five-star recruit, had a strong freshman season, earning Big Ten All-Freshman honors, but now faces uncertainty as he considers his future in college basketball or the professional ranks. He is the third player from the team to enter the portal this offseason, following teammates Gabe Cupps and Malik Reneau. Mgbako's potential return to college would still leave him with two years of eligibility if he chooses not to go pro.