Derrick Williams Declares for NBA Draft

Excerpt from ArizonaWildcats.com:

University of Arizona men's basketball player Derrick Williams has decided to make himself eligible for the 2011 NBA Draft. Williams intends to sign with an agent and will not return to the program in 2011-12.

"After careful consideration and with the support of my family and Coach Miller, I have decided to declare for the 2011 NBA Draft," said Williams. "I have enjoyed my two years at Arizona both on and off the court. I want to thank my teammates, who are like brothers to me, my coaches and all Wildcat Fans for making my experience an unforgettable one."

Williams intends to complete his coursework this semester here in Tucson. "I will finish this semester at the U of A in good academic standing and plan on continuing to pursue my college degree in the future," he said. "I am a Wildcat for life."