IU's Williams to leave at end of semester

IU freshman guard Nick Williams has decided to transfer to another school at the end of the semester.

The 6-foot-4 Williams, from Mobile, Ala., started 29 games last season and averaged 8.9 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.

Coach Tom Crean said Wednesday that Williams, who opted out of a commitment with Marquette to join the Hoosiers last spring, was dissatisfied with his role this season and concerned about his future role in the program.

Williams said in a statement that he intended to look for another school after completing his work this semester.

Williams would have to sit out next season and then will have three years of Division I eligibility remaining.