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Omer Yurtseven considering leaving NC State to pursue pro ball or transfer | News & Observer

After meeting with N.C. State men's basketball coach Kevin Keatts on Tuesday, Omer Yurtseven will consider continuing his career elsewhere — either in professional basketball or at another university.

N.C. State released a statement from Keatts on Wednesday saying the school will grant the 7-0 sophomore center a release from his scholarship.

“Omer and I had an opportunity to visit and he expressed his intentions to either pursue a professional career or consider transferring from NC State," Keatts said. "We will certainly grant his release. Omer made incredible strides this year, increasing his scoring in ACC play from 4.