As expected, and first released by Jeff Goodman at ESPN, sophomore sensation John Collins will enter the 2017 NBA Draft, but will not hire an agent.
Wake Forest's John Collins, considered a likely first round pick, will test the NBA waters, but will not sign... https://t.co/NvMO5HAxDT
— Jeff Goodman (@GoodmanESPN) March 22, 2017
This is exactly what we all figured would happen after his year, especially since he is considered a lottery pick on a few draft boards.
As we discussed earlier today, declaring for the NBA Draft allows him to get feedback from NBA GM’s, scouts, and coaches alike as to where he will likely fall in the upcoming draft.