Kansas Hero Mario Chalmers Declares for NBA Draft

As KU's second-leading scorer, Chalmers led the Jayhawks in three-point percentage, minutes played and assists this season.

University of Kansas men's basketball junior Mario Chalmers officially declared for the NBA draft Wednesday afternoon, but will not hire an agent. Photo courtesy: KU Athletics

LAWRENCE, Kan. - University of Kansas men's basketball junior Mario Chalmers officially declared for the NBA draft Wednesday afternoon, but will not hire an agent.

Chalmers, who hit the game-tying three-pointer to send the 2008 national championship game into overtime and was named the Final Four Most Outstanding Performer, can return to Kansas next season if he takes his name out of the draft.

"This has been an unbelievable three years for me at Kansas," Chalmers said. "I appreciate all the love that the fans, my teammates and coaches have shown me. It has been a great honor to be a part of this University, to be part of such a great team and to win a national championship."

As KU's second-leading scorer, Chalmers led the Jayhawks in three-point percentage, minutes played and assists this season. The Anchorage, Alaska native and three-time All-Big 12 selection tied the school record for steals in a season with 97 in 2007-08, matching his record from a year ago. He stands as second all-time on the KU career steals list behind Darnell Valentine.

Source: University of Kansas Athletics

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