Smith, Welfringer set to leave Drake basketball

Redshirt sophomore David Smith and freshman Judd Welfringer were granted their releases from the Bulldogs men’s basketball program on Tuesday. Both players are transferring to other institutions.

Smith played in 63 games in his Drake career, scoring 63 points and adding 33 assists, 56 rebounds, 12 steals and four blocks. He made one start for the Bulldogs during the 2011-2012 campaign.

Welfringer averaged 1.2 points and 1.6 rebounds this season for the Bulldogs.