SUPER BOWL 2012

“I’m excited about the opportunity to enter my name into the draft, putting me one step closer to realizing my dream,” Liggins said.“Growing up in a tough environment in Chicago, it’s a pleasure to have an opportunity to do something special. This is another challenge I’m looking forward to, to have my game evaluated by pro scouts and see how I rank against some of the top players in the world.”

“Coach Cal and the rest of the staff pushed us all year long and helped us develop every part of our game to help prepare us for this point in our lives,” Jones said.“This will be a great chance for me to measure my skills against some of the best in the country and receive additional information on where I fit into this year’s draft.”

“Playing in the NBA has always been a dream of mine and this is the next step,” Knight said.“All season long coach has been tutoring me on the fine points of being a point guard, and now I have an opportunity to put my game on display in front of NBA scouts as a result of my hard work.”

“I support the decision these three have made to take advantage of the process of putting their names in the draft,” UK men’s basketball coach John Calipari said.“They were a joy to coach this year and I would love the opportunity to continue to coach them again next season. I will always support my players in weighing their options and doing what is personally best for them and their families.”