US PRESSWIRE- Mark Zerof
Kentucky All-American forward Nerlens Noel will start his professional career this summer and may even be the number one pick.
The 6-foot-10 freshman led the nation with 4.4 blocks per game and also chipped in 10.5 points and 9.5 rebounds and has officially declared for the draft. He tore his ACL late in the year, which sent the Wildcats season into a tailspin.
“I’ve learned so much here at UK and am thankful for Coach Calipari, the staff and my teammates for all of their support,” Noel said. “I especially appreciate the Big Blue Nation and all of the support, prayers and well-wishes I’ve received from them during my rehab and decision-making process. I’ll always be a Wildcat!”
John Calipari knows that he runs a one-and-done program so his support of Noel’s decision is not surprising.
“I support Nerlens’ decision to enter his name in the draft and am excited for him and his future,” Calipari said in a statement. “The hard work and will to win he showed on the floor this year and the dedication and attitude he has shown in his rehab will only be a reward for him and whatever team drafts him in June.”
Noel will likely be the number one pick in the draft and his shot blocking at the next level will make an immediate impact.
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