Narcisse Ngoy: 'I fully intend to honor my commitment' to Auburn
NBA draft pick Narcisse Ngoy plans to honor his college commitment to Auburn despite being selected by the Los Angeles Clippers.
📍 The outcome
Narcisse Ngoy was selected in the second round of the NBA Draft by the Clippers. Instead of playing for the team, Ngoy decided to return to Auburn next season.
He stated that he fully intends to honor his commitment to the university.
Epilogue added 69d ago, after coverage quieted.
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Narcisse Ngoy: 'I fully intend to honor my commitment' to Auburn 247Sports · 80d ago broke it first
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Narcisse Ngoy, a center from France, was selected in the second round of the NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Clippers. Despite the selection, Ngoy has decided to return to Auburn for the upcoming season rather than playing for the Clippers.
Coverage from ESPN, Bleacher Report, and 247Sports emphasizes Ngoy's intent to honor his commitment to the university. AL.com identifies Ngoy as an Auburn signee from France, while Front Office Sports notes the Clippers' approach to the draft-and-stash strategy.
Future developments depend on Ngoy's arrival and play at Auburn next season following his selection by the Clippers.
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Quick answers
Which NBA team drafted Narcisse Ngoy?
He was selected by the Los Angeles Clippers in the second round.
Where is Narcisse Ngoy from?
According to AL.com, Ngoy is from France.
Will Ngoy play in the NBA this season?
No, coverage indicates he plans to play at Auburn next season.
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