Don’t expect an announcement from Andre Drummond within the next few days.
Andre Drummond (AP)
The 6-foot-10, 270-pound freshman isn’t “worried about (making) a decision right now,” a source close to the situation said Wednesday.
Drummond, who averaged 10 points, 7.6 rebounds and 2.7 blocks per game as a freshman, is mulling over his options: Either go pro and collect a paycheck or return to school and improve his game.
Although he’s projected as a top five pick by almost every expert (NBADraft.net has him No. 4), Drummond probably wouldn’t receive much playing time as a rookie, which could have an adverse effect his long-term development. Unlike his body and physical ability, Drummond’s skill skill set is unrefined. He shot 29.5 percent from the free throw line this year. As a result, he seems to be an exception to the general rule of thumb: If you’re a top five pick, you’re gone.
A source close to Drummond also indicated that he may not make a decision until UConn receives word on its appeal for 2013 postseason eligibility.
Drummond has until April 29th to make himself eligible for the NBA Draft.
You’re being kind calling his basketball skills “unrefined”. I’d call them non-existent. He gets by on physical ability alone.