NCAA attempts to clarify NBA stance after Baylor adds 2023 draft pick
by Associated Press from on (#72GEV)
NCAA clarifies NBA contract eligibility rule
Baylor signing sparked backlash from coaches
Baker cites court rulings weakening enforcement
The NCAA said Tuesday it would not grant eligibility to any player who had signed an NBA contract after Baylor's midseason addition of a 2023 draft pick who had been playing professionally in Europe prompted criticism from coaches across college basketball.
The Bears announced the signing of 7ft center James Nnaji of Nigeria on Christmas Eve. He could make his debut Saturday in Baylor's Big 12 opener at TCU.
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