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Michigan basketball's Charles Matthews officially staying in NBA draft

Michigan basketball coach John Beilein speaks to the media after the 63-44 loss to Texas Tech in the Sweet 16 on Thursday, March 28, 2019. Orion Sang, Detroit Free Press

There was little doubt remaining, but Charles Matthews made it official anyway.

On Wednesday, Michigan basketball's fourth-year junior forward, and co-captain last season, officially announced his plans to depart U-M and stay in the upcoming NBA draft.

Matthews declared for the draft with an agent last week.

Now, it's officially official.

"Last week, I spoke about my desire to play professional basketball.