LSU freshman forward Anthony Randolph will enter this year’s NBA draft, forgoing three years of eligibility.
Randolph made the announcement at a Tuesday morning press conference along with interim coach Butch Pierre.
Randolph, an All-American honorable mention who averaged 15.6 points and 8.5 rebounds per game this past season, said he made the decision after much discussion with his family and coaches.
“I feel that there cannot be a better time to declare for the draft,” Randolph said. “I am well aware of my challenges that young men face in entering the professional ranks of any career; however, I believe that I am ready to face these challenges with a positive attitude, and I have faith and determination that I will succeed in these endeavors.”
Randolph also refuted reports that he had hired an agent. Rumors circulated this past week linking Randolph to agent B.J. Armstrong, and most recently linking Randolph to agent Thad Foucher. “I have never heard of that man before in my life,” Randolph said of Foucher. “I haven’t signed with any agent, and I don’t plan to any time soon.”
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