Chad Baker-Mazara Enters Transfer Portal After Final Four Run

Auburn guard/forward Chad Baker-Mazara announced he is entering the transfer portal and will play his final year of college basketball elsewhere, following two impactful seasons with the Tigers. Baker-Mazara was a key contributor to Auburn’s recent success, including two SEC championships and a Final Four run, and started 34 of 38 games last season while averaging 12.3 points, 3 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game. His departure comes as Auburn faces the challenge of replacing its entire starting five from last season, with several players having exhausted their eligibility. Baker-Mazara benefited from a temporary NCAA waiver allowing him an additional season of eligibility after playing a year outside the NCAA system. Known for his versatility on the court and emotional leadership, he played pivotal roles at multiple programs throughout his college career, including Duquesne, San Diego State, and Northwest Florida State before joining Auburn. His transfer marks a significant change for an Auburn program that was ranked No. 1 in the AP poll for much of the season and reached the NCAA Tournament as the No. 1 overall seed.