Over the past three seasons, John Petty has been a cornerstone for Alabama basketball. He has progressed from an inconsistent sharpshooter to an overall leader for the Tide over his college career. However, he might have played his final game in Tuscaloosa.
Last month, Petty announced his decision to declare for the NBA Draft, but he intends to hold onto his eligibility for as long as he can. With these rules, Petty can continue through the draft process for a while without an agent, which is becoming a more popular trend.
This decision should have been expected.