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CJ Elleby says he never seriously considered transferring from Washington State

SAN FRANCISCO – Regardless of what might have been said, CJ Elleby never had serious intentions on transferring from Washington State.

The 6-foot-6 sophomore forward admitted he was dismayed at the firing of former coach Ernie Kent and for several long months he considered turning pro.

“I felt like I could test the NBA waters and see how far I could go,” said Elleby, who participated in the NBA G League Elite Camp. “It was fun; got to do different tests and be around good players and see where I was at.

“I got to talk with good coaches.