Memphis Guard Tyler Harris Enters Transfer Portal, Says it Was Not His Decision

For the second time in his collegiate career, Tyler Harris will leave Memphis, entering the transfer portal. Harris entered the portal on Saturday morning.

Harris told Jason Munz of The Commercial Appeal that it was not his decision to leave the program this time around.

“In life there are several choices and decisions you have to make, this one was not mines, but many doors close for a reason. First NCAA tourney in 8 years, 5th all-time shooter, 1,000 points. I’m all Memphis 4L! Thank you Tiger Nation, I hope I touched every fan in a positive way,” Harris wrote on Twitter.

In life there are several choices and decisions you have to make, this one was not mines, but many doors close for a reason. First Ncaa tourney in 8 years, 5th all time shooter, 1000 points. Im All Memphis 4L! thank you Tiger Nation, I hope I touched every fan in a positive way〽️ pic.twitter.com/pLCHxzACd3

— Tyler Harris®️ (@iamyoungty1) April 16, 2022

Harris (5-foot-9, 150 pounds) played for Penny Hardaway this past season after spending a season at Iowa State. The Memphis native start out his career at Memphis and played his first two years of college for the Tigers. During his senior season, Harris averaged 8.8 points on 40 percent shooting from the field and 40 percent shooting from three.

Harris has one year of eligibility left.