Sources: Cam’Ron Fletcher to transfer from UK men’s basketball
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WYMT) - University of Kentucky freshman forward Cam’Ron Fletcher has decided to enter his name in the transfer portal, according to a tweet from ESPN’s Jeff Borzello.
Kentucky freshman Cam'Ron Fletcher has entered the transfer portal, sources told ESPN. Former ESPN 100 prospect played nine games this season for the Wildcats.
— Jeff Borzello (@jeffborzello) March 13, 2021
The official UK Men’s Basketball Twitter account wished Fletcher well on Saturday afternoon.
We want to wish @CamRonFletcher1 well as he takes the next step in his career.
— Kentucky Basketball (@KentuckyMBB) March 13, 2021
Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat. #LaFamilia https://t.co/XyJqTzjn8S
Head Coach John Calipari tweeted that he supports Fletcher’s decision and will do anything to help him in his career.
.@CamRonFletcher1 came so far as a teammate and as a player this season. He improved in all areas and I wish he would have had more opportunities to show everything he worked on. He matured as a person this season and I know he will have great success in whatever path he chooses. https://t.co/Hw92vpcea2
— John Calipari (@UKCoachCalipari) March 13, 2021
I support @CamRonFletcher1's decision and I will do anything to help him with his career.#LaFamilia
— John Calipari (@UKCoachCalipari) March 13, 2021
Fletcher played just nine games for the Wildcats in his freshman season, starting just one: November 29 vs. Richmond.
He, notably, stepped away from the team at the request of Head Coach John Calipari for a time in December.
Fletcher averaged just under two points, two rebounds, and 0.3 assists per game in the 2020-21 season.
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