The Nico Lamaleava situation is an interesting one. Player wants more money and the team doesn’t want to pay, so the player enters the transfer portal. If you are screaming that the players should honor their contract and commitment to the school, then you better say the same for Coaches who leave for more money and a better opportunity.
Quick clarification on the NCAA's JUCO waiver ruling:
Players must be within their 5-year eligibility clock to use the extra year. So, at least per the waiver's intent, those from the 2019 HS class & before would not be eligible (baring a hardship waiver). 2020 and beyond would. Per @chris_hummer