He didn't expect it to be easy, and it wasn't. But for K.J. Carta-Samuels, the end result was worth the chaos.
Last week, the graduate transfer from Washington signed on with Colorado State with one year of eligibility remaining. The news shocked many, as he was reportedly headed to UCLA, with the Bruins even making an announcement about his arrival.
It just wasn't a done deal. The one with Colorado State is final.
And finally.
"I'd like to say that it's been easy. I'd like to say it's been graceful, but it hasn't been at all," Carta-Samuels said with a chuckle.