Marcus Williams to Enter NBA Draft
According to various sources, Arizona freshman forward Marcus Williams has announced that he will enter the NBA Draft. However, FOX Sports says that he will not hire an agent, leaving the option of returning to the Wildcats open. On the other hand, though, Bruce Pascoe of the Arizona Daily Star said that, earlier this month, Williams said that he would hire an agent if he decided to enter the Draft. Williams' stock has risen in the past few weeks, potentially making him a Top-20 pick. He averaged 13.0 ppg, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.0 steal per game this past season. Teammate Mustafa Shakur has already announced he is testing the waters.
Shannon Brown to Enter NBA Draft
According to ESPN.com, Michigan State junior guard Shannon Brown will enter the NBA Draft. However, he will not hire an agent, leaving the option of returning to the Spartans open. Brown said, “My lifelong dream has been to be an NBA player. By testing the draft waters, I am allowing myself to make a more informed decision while keeping all my options open.” Brown helped lead Michigan State to the NCAA Tournament this past season, averaging 17.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game.
Daniel Gibson to Enter NBA Draft
According to DraftExpress.com, Texas sophomore guard Daniel Gibson is expected to announce his intentions to enter the NBA Draft in the coming days. However, he is not going to hire an agent, leaving him the chance of returning to the Longhorns if he does not receive the feedback he wants. Sources say that one of the reasons Gibson is leaning towards the draft is that he and the Texas coaching staff do not agree on the role that he is going to play next season. He averaged 13.4 points, 3.1 assists, and 1.3 steals per game last season, helping lead the Longhorns to the Elite Eight. Teammates LaMarcus Aldridge and P.J. Tucker have already announced that they are entering the NBA Draft.
George Washington Duo to Enter NBA Draft
According to George Washington’s official website, GWsports.com, George Washington junior guards Carl Elliot and Danilo “J.R.” Pinnock have announced that they are going to enter the NBA Draft. However, neither of them will hire an agent, leaving the option of returning to the Colonials open. The 6-4 Elliot is a three-year starter at the point, averaging 11.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 2.0 steals per game this past season. The 6-5 Pinnock was the Atlantic-10 Sixth Man of the Year in his sophomore season before moving into the starting lineup this past season, averaging 14.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 2.4 steals per game.
Larry Blair to Enter NBA Draft
According to Liberty’s official athletic website, LibertyFlames.com, Liberty junior guard Larry Blair has announced that he is going to enter the NBA Draft. However, he is just “testing the waters” by not signing an agent, leaving the option of returning to the Flames open. Blair said, “We felt this was a good opportunity and that I was prepared for it”, while his coach, Randy Dunton, said “Larry’s performance and abilities merit consideration by the NBA. Personally, I believe that the experience of competing with that caliber of athlete only provides Larry with greater incite and motivation to reach his goals.” Blair is a three-time all-Big South player who averaged 22.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.0 steals per game this past season.
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