Baker-Mazara's USC Departure: A Look Back

0:00On March 2nd, USC basketball guard Chad Baker-Mazzara has parted ways with the Trojans in dramatic fashion. He suffered an injury during Saturday's game against Nebraska, then officially left the team just one day later on Sunday. ESPN's Jeff Borzello broke the news, catching many off guard after the player's strong start to the season. Baker-Mazzara quickly became a key piece for coach Eric Musselman, earning 22 starts and logging nearly 30 minutes per game. He posted impressive averages of 18.5 points and 4.5 rebounds proving he belonged on the roster. His path to USC was anything but smooth, marked by multiple transfers. The Dominican Republic native began at Duquesne, then moved to San Diego State where he won six man honors in the Mountain West. Later stops included Northwest Florida State College and Auburn where he helped reach the final four before landing at USC for his sixth year of. Eligibility. Fans noticed something off when Baker-Mazzara sat in the stands during the Nebraska match-up instead of the bench, fueling early speculation about his.

1:06Commitment. This exit adds to a pattern of changes throughout his college career. With his time at USC cut short, it appears Baker-Mazzara's college basketball journey has reached its end, leaving the Trojans to regroup amid a busy. Transfer. Landscape.