OMAHA, Neb. – Creighton University's Justin Patton, the 2017 BIG EAST Freshman of the Year, will apply for the NBA Draft and intends to sign with an agent. In doing so, Patton will give up his final three seasons of eligibility with the Bluejays.
"After much deliberation with my family and the Creighton coaching staff, I have decided the time is right to pursue my dream of playing professional basketball," said Patton. "I have loved every bit of my two years at Creighton. My teammates were unbelievable, the coaching staff helped me develop, and the fans have been so supportive of our program.