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Kentucky freshman Chris Livingston declares for NBA Draft, maintains eligibility

Kentucky freshman Chris Livingston has entered the 2023 NBA Draft and will maintain his eligibility for a potential return to college.

The 6-foot-6, 220-pound forward out of Akron, OH announced he would be testing the waters on Wednesday, the third Wildcat to do so, joining the likes of Oscar Tshiebwe and Antonio Reeves.

“Basketball means everything to me, and it was a dream of mine to be a part of an incredible basketball program like the University of Kentucky,” the freshman forward announced. “Thank you to Big Blue Nation, my teammates and all the coaches and staff for your support.