Top Michigan portal target appears to be withdrawing his transfer designation, pursuing possible NBA Draft route

After two rocky seasons at Michigan State, sophomore forward Xavier Booker entered the portal on Tuesday, a program spokesman confirmed. He is a former five-star prospect but so far has failed to live up to the lofty hype created by recruiting rankings and selection as a McDonald’s All-American.

Michigan State got to know Tru Washington very well during the NCAA Tournament this season, with the Spartans playing New Mexico in the Round of 32. Washington is a guard that Izzo would love to have. He is tough as nails, a hard nosed defender and plays his role effectively on offense.