Chad Baker-Mazara speaks about USC dismissal amid NBA Draft preparations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Chad Baker-Mazara addressed his exit from the USC basketball program for the first time this week, detailing feelings about his relationship with head coach Eric Musselman. The star player was dismissed following a loss to Nebraska in February, and he expressed hurt over not being able to discuss the situation with Musselman before leaving. Baker-Mazara is now focusing on the upcoming NBA Draft, while USC is preparing for a new season after a difficult year. Both parties appear to have moved on from the events of the past season.
- •Chad Baker-Mazara dismissed from USC after a February loss to Nebraska.
- •Baker-Mazara has not spoken to head coach Eric Musselman since his dismissal.
- •He describes feelings of hurt regarding their relationship.
- •Baker-Mazara is now preparing for the NBA Draft.
- •USC aims for a better season after a disappointing year.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Chad Baker-Mazara discusses USC dismissal for the first time
"More than three months after his stunning departure from the program, Baker-Mazara finally spoke publicly about the situation for the first time
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