LSU freshman Randolph to enter NBA Draft

Louisiana State freshman forward Anthony Randolph announced Tuesday that he will submit his name into the 2008 NBA Draft, though he has not yet hired an agent, leaving him the option of returning to the Tigers program.

Randolph, a 6-foot-10, 205-pounder, was an honorable mention All-American in his first year with the Tigers, posting averages of 15.6 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.3 blocked shots per game. A product of Woodrow Wilson High School in Dallas, Randolph was a unanimous SEC All-Freshman Team pick by the conference's coaches.

"After much discussion with my family and those closest to me, I feel that there cannot be a better time for me to enter the NBA Draft," said Randolph in a press conference Tuesday. "I am well aware of the challenges young men face when entering the professional ranks of any career. However, I believe I am ready to face these challenges with a positive attitude, and I have faith and determination that I will succeed in these endeavors."

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