Jaden Ivey is officially headed to the NBA.
The Purdue star point guard announced his intention to enter the NBA draft on Twitter Thursday afternoon. He used the statement to thank everyone who helped him get to this moment, including his family and teammates.
“To my support system, my family—Thank you for loving me and supporting me through all the challenges and adversities that I have endured throughout my basketball career,” he wrote. “I wouldn’t be the man I am today without your guidance, wisdom and love.
“To my teammates, thank you for making the past two years unforgettable.