Nate Darling Enters 2020 NBA Draft Process, Maintains Eligibility

NEWARK, Del. -- University of Delaware junior guard Nate Darling will enter the 2020 NBA Draft while reserving his right to withdraw and maintain his final year of college eligibility.

"After consulting with my coaches and family, I will be entering my name into the 2020 NBA Draft while maintaining my eligibility," Darling said. "I am very excited for this opportunity as it has always been a dream of mine to play at the highest level."

By declaring for the draft, Darling can work out and be evaluated by NBA teams, receiving feedback and advice on how to maximize his chances of reaching the NBA. By maintaining his eligibility, Darling can return to Delaware for his senior season should he decide to withdraw his name from the NBA Draft. The deadline for players to withdraw in order to return to school is currently June 3. The 2020 NBA Draft is scheduled for June 25.

Darling was a first team All-CAA, NABC All-District 10, and USBWA All-District II selection this season. He averaged 21.0 points per game which ranked third in the CAA, 18th in Division I and sixth in a UD single season. Darling scored 672 points this year, third most in a UD single season and seven shy of the school record. He also set a Blue Hen record by hitting 107 three-pointers this season, sixth most in the nation.

"We are extremely supportive of Nate's decision to explore the NBA Draft process," Blue Hen head coach Martin Ingelsby said. "This process will help him pursue his dreams of playing professional basketball at the highest level and we will do everything we can to help him reach his goal."

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Nate Darling Enters 2020 NBA Draft Process, Maintains Eligibility

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