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Emoni Bates entering NBA draft after pair of college seasons

Emoni Bates is entering the NBA draft, banking on teams being intrigued with his potential as a scorer after seeing flashes of his talent in two seasons of college basketball.

Bates made the announcement Monday on social media.

"What I been dreaming for my whole life," he posted on Instagram.

The 6-foot-10 wing averaged 19.2 points and 5.8 rebounds in 30 games at Eastern Michigan last season, making 40.5% of his shots overall and 33% of 3-point attempts.

"I'm excited for Emoni and his future," Eagles coach Stan Heath told The Associated Press.