Despite playing in just 11 games as a freshman for Duke, Kyrie Irving will declare for the 2011 NBA Draft and has plans to hire an agent. The school announced Irving’s decision in a press release, with coach Mike Krzyzewski giving the following quote.
Duke’s Kyrie Irving Declares For 2011 NBA Draft
"Our whole program is overjoyed with having Kyrie here for one year and that he has the chance now to pursue a dream of being a high draft pick and a great player in the NBA," said Krzyzewski. "We are totally supportive of Kyrie, his family and his decision. We look forward to continuing to work with him during the upcoming months leading to his entry into the NBA and afterwards while he is an NBA player. He is a great young man, a terrific student, and a truly amazing representative for our program and for Duke. We love him and are very happy for him and his family."
Irving averaged 17.5 points and 4.3 assists per game in 11 games, missing the majority of the regular season with a toe injury. He returned in time for Duke’s three NCAA Tournament games, starring in a Sweet 16 loss to Arizona. The point guard is expected to be one of the top prospects in the 2011 NBA Draft, and is probably the odds-on favorite to be selected No. 1 as of right now.
For more, check out Duke Basketball Report.
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