Duke's Barrett declares for 2019 NBA Draft

Wednesday, April 10, 2019
DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- The first of what we expect to be a few Duke freshman has declared for the NBA Draft.

RJ Barrett announced on Wednesday he will enter into the 2019 NBA Draft.
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"I want to thank God, my family, my coaches and everyone that has helped me reach this decision," Barrett said in a Twitter post on Wednesday.



Barrett started in all 38 games, averaging 7.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 22.6 points per game.
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The first-team All-ACC selection was also named a consensus first-team All-American and the USA Today National Player of the Year.



Tre Jones will return to Duke for his sophomore season. No word yet on Zion Williamson or Cam Reddish.
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