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El Ellis declares for NBA draft while retaining collegiate eligibility

As expected, Louisville guard El Ellis has declared himself eligible for the 2023 NBA Draft but is also maintaining his collegiate eligibility. Ellis has one more year to play in college basketball should he choose to go that route.

Ellis made his announcement on social media Wednesday afternoon.

Always Bet On Yourself pic.twitter.com/o02z0kKCfI

— (@elellis3) March 22, 2023

An honorable mention All-ACC performer in 2022-23, Ellis averaged 17.7 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 4.4 assists in his second season as a Cardinal.

Ellis said back in February that the transfer portal is not an option for him.