According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Marquette's Dominic James declared for the NBA Draft on Thursday. The sophomore guard stated that he will no hire an agent, leaving him the option to return to school for his junior year. "There's a definite possibility of being drafted," James said. "You've just got to take advantage of it. This is a goal I've been working for my entire life, and I feel like I'm ready to see where I'm at as a player." James said he would only remain in the draft if he was likely to be a first round pick. He led Marquette in scoring and assists this season at 14.9 points and 4.9 assists.
After several weeks of speculation as to what he would do, Connecticut freshman Hasheem Thabeet finally made a decision on his future. According to the Hartford Courant Thabeet announced he would be back for his sophomore season. "I am very excited about next season and returning to UConn for my sophomore year," said Thabeet in a statement. "I look forward to continuing my education as a person and as an athlete. We have all been working very hard since the season ended and will continue doing everything we can to get better each day and have a great season next year. I would also like to express my appreciation to all my fans and those who have taken interest in my career here at UConn." The 7'3" center averaged 6.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.8 blocks which was third in the nation.
According to the Charleston Daily Mail former West Virginia coach John Beilein has agreed to a $1.5 million buyout of his contract with the Moutaineers. The deal will cost Beilein $1 million less than originally stipulated in his contract which ran through 2011-12. Beilein left West Virginia recently to take the head coaching position at Michigan.
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Good words.
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