Former UNC forward Garrison Brooks shared plans to transfer to Mississippi State to complete his final year of NCAA eligibility next season. Brooks, who has an extra year of eligibility due to the COVID-19 pandemic, announced the decision on Instagram Thursday.

Why is Garrison Brooks transfer portal?

UNC basketball standout Garrison Brooks has decided to enter the transfer portal. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the NCAA decided to provide winter sports athletes an extra year of collegiate eligibility to use.

Why did Garrison Brooks transfer to Mississippi State?

It's worth noting that his decision to transfer coincides with the retirement of former head coach Roy Williams at North Carolina, therefore providing Brooks with a convenient opportunity to switch it up.