Bruce Pearl releases statement on Jared Harper’s decision to enter 2019 NBA Draft
By Adam Spencer
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After a Final Four run that saw him become a national star, Auburn PG Jared Harper announced on Tuesday that he would forgo his final season of eligibility and enter the 2019 NBA Draft.
As a three-year starter for the Tigers, Harper has done a lot for the program, taking them from mediocre to elite. The Tigers have a share of the SEC regular-season title from last season, an SEC Tournament title this year and the school’s first-ever Final Four run under Harper’s leadership.
Shortly after Harper’s decision was made public, coach Bruce Pearl issued a statement thanking Harper and wishing him the best in the NBA:
More Pearl in Harper: “I have always been a believer in Jared. He is a special player with speed, quickness, power and a skill level that is unmatched by virtually any player his size. He will make it in the NBA.”
— Benjamin Wolk (@benjaminwolk) April 9, 2019
Harper could still decide to return to school even after hiring an agent, per new NCAA rules, so there’s still a chance he returns to Auburn.
However, if he does go, he’ll go as one of the all-time greats in Auburn history.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
