Indiana forward Trayce Jackson-Davis, the team's leading scorer the past three seasons, announced on Sunday that he is entering his name in the 2022 NBA Draft, but his keeping his college options open if he decides not to turn pro.
Jackson-Davis, a 6-foot-9 junior from Greenwood, Ind., who was Mr. Basketball in 2019, averaged 18.3 points and 8.1 rebounds this season in leading the Hoosiers to a 21-14 record and their first NCAA Tournament berth in six years. He is not signing with an agent, which keeps his NCAA eligibility intact.
“Hoosier Nation, These last three years at IU have been a blessing and I have cherished every moment wearing the candy strips uniform with pride,” Jackson-Davis wrote on his social media account.
“I would not be where I am today without so many people. I would like to thank my family and my coaches who have supported me through the years. To my teammates, I’m thankful to have bonds that go beyond the court, and big thanks to fans that packed Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall every week.
“I am ready to continue this journey, and after long consideration and prayer, I have decided to declare for the 2022 NBA Draft while also maintaining my eligibility.”