CHAMPAIGN — Illinois guard Mark Smith will reportedly transfer from the team, according to Joen Henricksen of City/Suburban Hoops Report.
Former Illinois Mr. Basketball Mark Smith met with athletic administration at Illinois today with his intent to transfer. Should have his release from Illini in a day or two.
— Joe Henricksen (@joehoopsreport) March 5, 2018
Smith played in 31 of 32 games during his freshman season. He started the first nine games of the season and 16 of the first 17 games. After a strong start, including double-digit scoring in four of Illinois' first five games, Smith's production slowed.