Just a few weeks after a disappointing end to the team’s season, the Boston University men’s basketball team will lose one of its most important players.
BU coach Joe Jones confirmed Wednesday that Maurice Watson Jr. will transfer from the school.
In his second season with the Terriers, Watson was named to the All-Patriot League first team. Watson led the team offensively with 13.3 points and 7.1 assists per game. According to Jones, Watson, who will need to sit out a season due to NCAA transfer regulations, wanted to play at a higher level.
I appreciate those who support my decision to chase my dream.
‘ Maurice Watson Jr. (@ReeceWatson10) April 2, 2014
“I think the big thing is we love Mo,” Jones said. “He had a tremendous impact on the program. We loved him. We just want the best for him. I think it would be great to have him stay. We would love for him to stay. But we also want what is best for him.”
Jones added that junior forwards James Kennedy and Malik Thomas also will transfer. Thomas, who averaged 5.8 points and four rebounds per game, will graduate this year but has a year of eligibility left and consequently can play immediately next season for whichever school to which he transfers. Jones said that Kennedy, who did not play during the 2013-14 season because of injury, was looking to transfer to a school where he would get more playing time.