4-star PG Tai Bell transferring to Columbus (Fla.) for junior season
One of the nation’s top high school basketball programs is getting a major boost in its backcourt for the 2026-27 season. Four-star point guard Tai Bell announced on Saturday evening that he is transferring from Mater Lakes Academy (Fla. ) to Columbus (Fla.
) for his junior season. Bell is the son of former NBA veteran Raja Bell. I am excited to announce that I will be transferring to @ColumbusHS_Mia for my Jr year!
I want to thank Coach @dylan_estock Coach @NBAPETE94ft and @MLA_BasketbaII for the last 3 years. I love you guys and I'm grateful for everything. @PaulBiancardi @JamieShaw5 pic.
twitter. com/4BfWnYLRQP — Tai Bell (@TaiBoogie5) May 23, 2026 Bell is coming off a dominant sophomore campaign for Mater Lakes. He averaged 33.
5 points, 7. 5 rebounds, 5. 1 assists and 4.