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Kentucky star Oscar Tshiebwe declares for NBA draft while maintaining college eligibility

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Oscar Tshiebwe put together two record-setting seasons at Kentucky.

There might not be a third.

The Wildcats' star forward — the unanimous national player of the year in 2021-22 — announced Friday evening he is declaring for June's NBA draft and maintaining his college eligibility. He has until 5 p.m. on June 12 to withdraw his name from draft consideration. If he decides to return to school and transfer, he has until May 11 — when the portal closes — to make his decisions.

"At this time I feel as though it is best for me to declare for the NBA draft while maintaining my college eligibility," the 6-foot-9, 260-pound Tshiebwe posted on his personal Instagram account.