WVU player Ebanks says he's going pro

[elp525]

April 12, 2010

By Mitch Vingle
Sports Editor

CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- West Virginia University has announced that sophomore Devin Ebanks will make himself available for the 2010 NBA draft.

"I have decided to enter my name into the 2010 NBA draft," Ebanks said via a university release. "I spoke to my mother and the coaching staff, and we have decided that I should explore my options to pursue a dream that I have had since I was a little kid. I want to thank West Virginia University, my coaches, my teammates and all the great fans."

"I certainly enjoyed coaching Devin for two years," coach Bob Huggins said also via release. "He was extremely coachable and was a great teammate. We certainly wish him the best for a long and prosperous career."

As a sophomore, Ebanks averaged 12 points per game and led the team in rebounds, averaging 8.1 boards per game. WVU finished with a school-record 31 victories, won the Big East tournament and advanced to the NCAA Final Four.

The 2010 NBA draft will be held on June 24 at Madison Square Garden.

[rainman]

I was afraid this was the route he was taking, I was wishing he was staying for the good of the team but I cant blame him for going

[WVUMntneerJim]

He hasn't hired an agent yet. If he doesn't hire an agent, he's eligible to come back to WVU if he goes undrafted or feels he's underdrafted. But, if he hires an agent, then he's stuck regardless.

[elp525]

I thought he could use another year to season but with the money they get you can't blame him. Hopefully he will change his position and return. If not good luck Devin!