Wesley Yates III, a standout freshman guard at USC, is transferring after a successful but challenging season. His departure marks a significant setback for the Trojans, who were banking on a strong backcourt featuring Yates, point guard Desmond Claude, and highly-touted recruit Alijah Arenas. Despite joining as a walk-on, Yates quickly made a name for himself, averaging 16.7 points per game with impressive shooting. His hopes to stay at USC shifted after the team's disappointing performance in the Big Ten tournament, leading to his decision to enter the transfer portal.
Yates' departure is a significant blow to USC's backcourt plans, which looked bright just a few weeks earlier.
He averaged 16.7 points per game over the final four months of the season and shot 43% from 3-point range, one of the best rates in the nation.
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