MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 05: Earl Timberlake #13 of the Miami Hurricanes reacts against the North Carolina Tar Heels during the second half at Watsco Center on January 05, 2021 in Miami, Florida.

Miami transfer Earl Timberlake commits to Memphis

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Former Miami wing Earl Timberlake announced Thursday his commitment to Memphis.

Timberlake was a four-star prospect and ranked 37th on ESPN's 2020 recruiting class list. He was projected as a potential first-round NBA draft pick going into the 2020-21 season.

However, Timberlake dealt with injuries throughout his one year at Miami, suiting up for just seven games and averaging 9.3 points and 5.0 rebounds per contest.

"I felt like I can learn a lot from (coach) Penny Hardaway - all he's done in his career," said Timberlake, per ESPN's Jonathan Givony. "I like how they see my game. They know I can pass, and they'll help me get back to defending the way I know I can defend and try to win a national championship."

Memphis is in the process of a roster overhaul. Four players transferred out of the program, and former five-star recruit Moussa Cisse opted to enter the NBA draft.

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