Syracuse freshman to declare for NBA draft

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April 2, 2015 - 5:02 pm

Dec 20, 2014; Villanova, PA, USA; Syracuse Orange forward Chris McCullough (5) goes for a shot past Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) during the first half at The Pavilion. (Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports)

Freshman Chris McCullough plans to test the NBA draft process after one season at Syracuse.

Sports Illustrated reported McCullough is expected to turn pro.

McCullough is recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament in January and is not able to work out for prospective teams or participate in the pre-draft combine in Chicago.

McCullough, 20, averaged 9.3 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.1 blocks in 16 games with the Orange.

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