After playing two seasons for the Indiana Hoosiers basketball program, Mackenzie Mgbako has entered the transfer portal according to On3 Sports’ Joe Tipton.
Mgbako is the third Indiana player to put himself into the transfer portal since the retirement of Mike Woodson, he stepped down after their tournament snub and loss to Oregon in the second round of the Big Ten Conference tournament.
Indiana sophomore wing Mackenzie Mgbako has entered the transfer portal while testing the NBA Draft, he announced on his Instagram. #iubb pic.twitter.com/5WlsrFaiEl
— Alec Lasley (@allasley) March 24, 2025
Mgbako confirmed the report with a post on his Instagram page.
"After careful consideration and thorough reflection of my time at Indiana University, I would like to express my profound gratitude for the past two years. Wearing the iconic red and white has been a truly remarkable experience, and Indiana will always remain a formative part of my journey," Mgbako said.
"Given recent changes in the coaching staff, I have decided in consultation with my family that testing the waters of the NBA is the best course of action. In choosing this path, I am able to retain my eligibility in the transfer portal while also keeping an eye on developments within the Indiana program," Mgbako continued.
Mgbako ended his statement with this "To my teammates, your camaraderie and dedication have made each and every day working together a rewarding experience. I consider you lifelong brothers. To Coach Woodson, I extend my sincere appreciation for the opportunity to play under your leadership and for the trust you placed in me. To the coaching staff, thank you for your unwavering support and commitment to my development, both on and off the court. With deep appreciation Thank you Indiana for everything!"
Here is social media's reaction to the loss of Mackenzie Mgabko to the transfer portal or NBA.
#InDeVriesWeTrust
— Barstool IU (@IUBarstool) March 24, 2025
Thank you Mackenzie Mgbako 🤝❤️ https://t.co/4CoP482vNp
Mackenzie Mgbako took too many shots a game to be shooting so poorly throughout the season. With the mix of poor defense I think DeVries inevitably chased him out.
— CBB Stat Nerd (@kwiatkowsk3) March 24, 2025
The 3 point game was very promising as of late. I hope Mgbako finds a team and coach where he can be the main… pic.twitter.com/izyA89ju4i
NJ native Mackenzie Mgbako is on the move
— Adam Zagoria (@AdamZagoria) March 24, 2025
Will be a valuable player in the portal https://t.co/mqwS09MiII
Mackenzie Mgbako to the portal.
— Matt Press (@MattPress23) March 24, 2025
Former 5-star never fully found his footing in Bloomington. Clearly a talented scorer, but consistency's been his issue through two seasons. #iubb
Portal Monday POLL: Malik Reneau and Mackenzie Mgbako are both reportedly in the portal.
— IndianaHQ (@IndianaHQ) March 24, 2025
Would you like to see Darian DeVries bring either player back to IU? #iubb