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Report: Texas star Jarrett Allen to enter NBA Draft but won't hire agent

Texas freshman Jarrett Allen will toss his hat in the NBA ring.

According to ESPN's Jeff Borzello, the 6-11 center plans to declare for June's NBA Draft. However, Allen won't immediately hire an agent, keeping his NCAA eligibility and the possibility for a return in tact.

Texas freshman Jarrett Allen will test the NBA Draft waters, sources told ESPN. Not signing with an agent yet.

— Jeff Borzello (@jeffborzello) March 21, 2017

An Austin native, Allen is coming off an impressive freshman season where he averaged 13.4 points and 8.4 rebounds.