North Carolina State University Athletics
NC State's Bell to Transfer
3/23/2002 12:00:00 AM | Men's Basketball
March 23, 2002
NC State's Bell to Transfer
Raleigh native Michael Bell has announced that he will not return to the NC State men's basketball team next year. Bell saw limited action this season and redshirted his rookie campaign after undergoing surgery on both knees.
"I have decided to leave NC State and the basketball program," said Bell. "While this decision was a difficult one, I see it as a stepping stone for me as a player and person. I am thankful for the opportunities that the university and the basketball program have provided me and wish them all the best in the future.
Bell saw action in 14 games in 2001-2002, playing a total of 53 minutes, scoring 13 points pulling down 15 rebounds. He played in four games early in his rookie season before undergoing surgery on both knees in December of 2000. He was unable to participate fully in drills or workouts until preseason practice began in October of 2001.
