Ethan Burg, a sophomore guard for the Tennessee Volunteers basketball team, announced on April 17, 2026, that he will not return for the 2026-27 season. The native of Mishmar HaShiv’a, Israel, spent one season with the Volunteers after two years with Bnei Herzliya Basket in the Israeli Basketball Super League. During his time at Tennessee, Burg played in 33 games, averaging 2.5 points and 10.7 minutes per game. In a heartfelt message on social media, he thanked the Tennessee community for making him feel at home and expressed appreciation for the support from coaches and teammates. Burg's decision to leave is driven by a desire to return to Israel to be closer to his family. He concluded his message by affirming his pride in being a Tennessee Volunteer and cherishing the memories made during his time at the university.