LOOK: Wendell Moore announces NBA Draft decision
Wendell Moore is taking his talents to the next level.
The Duke star announced Thursday he’s declaring for the NBA Draft, he posted on Instagram. He’s coming off a strong junior campaign as he helped lead the Blue Devils to the Final Four in Mike Krzyzewski’s final season at the helm.
Moore averaged 13.4 points, 5.3 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game while shooting 50% from the field. His biggest game came in the ACC Tournament when he dropped 26 points on Syracuse en route to an 88-79 Duke victory. He also chipped in eight assists in that game.
Krzyzewski also released a statement regarding Moore’s decision to enter the draft, expressing his gratitude for his three years in Durham.
“I could not be more proud of the player and person that Wendell has become,” Krzyzewski said. “He is everything that is good about our game of college basketball. To see him grow and improve over these last three years has been special and I’m so happy for Wendell and his family to have this moment. He was our co-captain, one of the best all-around players in the nation and a huge part of our success.
“He was there for us every minute. He led us in assists, led us in minutes, was one of our best shooters and was there in clutch moments. He will be an immediate asset to an NBA team.”
Moore joins Paolo Banchero and Mark Williams as Duke players to declare for the draft.
Banchero announced his decision on Wednesday, just one day before Moore. In a video, posted on Twitter, the freshman phenom reflected on his one year with the Blue Devils before finally addressing his future with the team.
“Man, what a season,” Banchero began in his announcement. “Playing on some of the biggest stages in front of you guys, the best fans in the world with my brothers. I couldn’t ask for anything more. It was really a blessing.
“I’ve got so much to be thankful for, firstly my mom and my dad always being there for me and supporting dreams that I had growing up. Next, my coaches. Coach (Jon) Scheyer, (Chris Carrawell), I appreciate you being there all year, pushing me to be my best. You guys became big brothers to me and I will cherish that forever.”