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Georgia Bulldogs' Guard Marcus 'Smurf' Millender Announces Return to Athens
The veteran guard will be back for his fourth season with the Bulldogs.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:05pm
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A cubist interpretation of Georgia Bulldogs guard Marcus 'Smurf' Millender's dynamic play style, as he returns for his fourth season in Athens.Buffalo TodayGeorgia Bulldogs guard Marcus 'Smurf' Millender has announced his intention to return to the University of Georgia for the 2026-2027 basketball season. Millender, who joined the Bulldogs last year, was a major contributor for the team, averaging 12 points and nearly 5 assists per game as Georgia secured its second consecutive March Madness appearance.
Why it matters
Millender's return provides valuable leadership and experience for the Bulldogs as they look to make it three straight NCAA Tournament appearances. His veteran presence will be crucial for Georgia as they aim to build on last season's success and compete at a high level in the SEC.
The details
Millender, a 6'0" guard, joined the Bulldogs ahead of the 2025-2026 season and quickly became a key part of the team's rotation. He finished the year averaging 12 points, 4.8 assists, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game, helping Georgia secure its second consecutive March Madness berth.
- Millender announced his return for the 2026-2027 season on March 31, 2026.
- Last season, Georgia made its second straight NCAA Tournament appearance.
The players
Marcus 'Smurf' Millender
A 6'0" guard who will be entering his fourth season with the Georgia Bulldogs basketball team.
Georgia Bulldogs
The men's basketball team at the University of Georgia, who have made two consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances.
What they’re saying
“𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐘 ‼️”
— Georgia Basketball, Official Twitter account
What’s next
As the Bulldogs' offseason continues, the team will look to retain as many key players as possible and add talented transfer players to bolster their roster for the 2026-2027 season.
The takeaway
Millender's decision to return to Georgia is a major boost for the Bulldogs as they aim to make it three straight NCAA Tournament appearances. His veteran leadership and on-court production will be crucial for a team looking to build on its recent success and compete at a high level in the SEC.
