All-SEC forward Mark Mitchell will return to Missouri for a fifth season, ending the possibility of a move to Kentucky.
Mitchell had been linked to Kentucky, but instead will remain with the Tigers after facing a potential legal fight against the SEC over its intraconference transfer rules. His return keeps an experienced frontcourt piece in place for Missouri as the program retains a proven conference performer.
Mitchell Stays in the SEC With Missouri
The decision means Mitchell will continue his college career at Missouri rather than pursue an intraconference transfer to Kentucky. The situation had drawn attention because of the SEC’s rules governing player movement between league programs.
Mitchell’s return gives Missouri continuity with a veteran forward who has already earned All-SEC recognition. He will use his fifth year of eligibility with the Tigers.