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Grayson Allen To Return To Duke For Senior Season

It was announced today that Duke guard Grayson Allen would return to Duke and forgo the NBA Draft.

Grayson Allen had this to say about his decision. 

"I'm a firm believer that when something feels right, you go with it," Allen said. "The chance to play with next year's team just felt right. I'm completely focused on helping [coach Mike Krzyzewski] and our staff leads this team to a special season. I love being a Duke student -- and continuing to be part of the university culture is something I don't take for granted." "according to http://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/dukes-grayson-allen-skipping-nba-draft-will-return-for-his-senior-season/

Grayson Allen averaged 14.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.5 assists this season while helping Duke win 28 games and the ACC tournament title before South Carolina upset the Blue Devils in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The 6-foot-5 guard was famously suspended in December after a tripping incident that turned him into one of the sport's most controversial figures. His return should make Duke a top-10 team and provide college basketball with another recognizable face. "according to http://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/dukes-grayson-allen-skipping-nba-draft-will-return-for-his-senior-season/

Excited is an understatement that you're  returning for your senior season, Grayson! How I wish all players that went to college were as committed to not only being a student but also a student-athlete. 

Welcome back, Grayson!