Eboigbodin: 'Best for me to transfer'

» moreCHAMPAIGN — Greg Eboigbodin committed to Illinois on June 6, 2017. The 6-foot-9 forward was on campus by the end of that week, ready to start summer workouts with his new teammates.

Just 367 days later, Eboigbodin's Illini career is finished after one season. The Benin City, Nigeria, native (by way of Detroit) announced his intention to transfer Thursday afternoon on Twitter.

"After much consideration, I have decided it is best for me to transfer," Eboigbodin's Twitter note read. "There are many factors that led to this decision, so please respect it. Despite going our separate ways, this amazing university will always be a part of me and I'll forever cherish the time I spent here.…