Pitt guard Malik Ellison revealed in an Instagram post on Tuesday that he will remain with the Panthers after previously requesting his release from the program in March. His decision guarantees the young team leadership in the form of an upperclassman with two years of Division I experience and represents another early victory for first-year head coach Jeff Capel.
“I am excited about the future of Pitt basketball,” Ellison said. “Coach Capel has been impressive in the short time I have known him, and I look forward to playing for him. I believe in his vision for the program and trust that he and his staff will help me reach my full potential on the court.