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Ben Bentil of Providence Friars will declare for NBA draft

Related Topics: NBA draft, Kris Dunn, Sports agent

Providence Friars sophomore forward Ben Bentil has decided to declare for the NBA draft but said he will not hire an agent.

Bentil's teammate, Kris Dunn, made it official earlier in the week that he will hire an agent -- ending his college career.

The 6-foot-9 Bentil averaged 21.1 points and 7.7 rebounds -- and was arguably the most improved player in the country.

"I have decided to declare for the NBA draft and go through the workout process over the next six weeks," Bentil said in a statement. "I intend on staying in school this spring and finishing my sophomore year.