Donovan Clingan, the 7-foot-2 center from UConn, has announced his decision to leave the university after two seasons and declare for the NBA draft. The sophomore shared his intentions on social media, expressing his lifelong dream of playing in the NBA. Despite the success he experienced with the Huskies, including back-to-back national titles, Clingan felt the time was right to pursue his professional aspirations.
Coach Dan Hurley had consistently touted Clingan as a potential NBA lottery pick, along with freshman guard Stephon Castle, whose plans for the future remain undisclosed. Clingan, a highly sought-after recruit out of Bristol Central High School, opted to remain in-state and join UConn.
