When Maryland landed Diamond Stone last offseason, it was expected by many that the new Terp would only be a Terp for one season.
That decision has yet to be made, according to CSNMidAtlantic.com's Daniel Martin, who reported Monday that Stone hasn't determined whether he'll turn pro or stay with in College Park next season.
New rules allow plenty of flexibility over the next couple months. A player can declare for the draft without hiring an agent, maintaining NCAA eligibility while still participating in pro-team workouts and the NBA Draft Combine, if invited. The final deadline for a player to decided whether to stay in the draft or return to college is May 25.
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Multiple reports Monday indicated that Stone will do just that: declare for the draft without hiring an agent, keeping the door open for a return to the Terps.
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Unlike many others who have already taken advantage of these rules, however, Stone is projected as a potential first-round pick. With his situation a little more clear cut than many others', would he just hire an agent and get started on his pro career?
Stone averaged 12.5 points and 5.4 rebounds per game during his freshman season.
Two other Maryland underclassmen, sophomore guard Melo Trimble and junior forward Robert Carter, also have NBA decisions to make.
If all three opt to head to the professional ranks, Mark Turgeon could be looking at a completely new starting five next season. Rasheed Sulaimon and Jake Layman just ended their college careers as seniors.