Dayton sophomore DaRon Holmes II on Sunday reportedly declared for the 2023 NBA draft while retaining the right to return to school, according to Bryan Kalbrosky of For The Win.
Holmes, who was named to the All-Atlantic 10 first team, averaged 18.4 points, 8.1 rebounds, 1.9 blocks and 1.7 assists on 59% shooting from the field in 34 games. He led the conference in blocked shots and field-goal percentage and was first in the country in dunks (89).
The 6-foot-10 center is considered a potential second-round pick this year with his ability to score in the paint, rebound and defend at a high level. He also projects to develop into a big man who can space the floor with an improved jump shot.
Source: DaRon Holmes declared for the 2023 NBA Draft.
The Dayton center is officially "testing the waters" with the ability to return to the NCAA next season.
He is one of the most intriguing big men in this class. https://t.co/g22WxnnQPe
— Bryan Kalbrosky (@BryanKalbrosky) April 24, 2023
Holmes declared for the draft just before the early entry deadline on Sunday and will have the opportunity to gain feedback from teams during the pre-draft process. He will likely be among those prospects invited to compete in the draft combine next month in Chicago, Illinois.
He will have until May 31 to withdraw from the draft and return to school.
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