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Kentucky sophomore guard Ashton Hagans declares for NBA draft

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LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY - FEBRUARY 22: Ashton Hagans #0 of the Kentucky Wildcats jumps to score with the ball against the Florida Gators during the first half of the game at Rupp Arena on February 22, 2020 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Silas Walker/Getty Images)

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University of Kentucky sophomore Ashton Hagans has declared for the 2020 NBA Draft.

Hagans has started at point guard for the Wildcats for the majority of two seasons. He started 30 of 37 games as a freshman and 29 of 30 games as a sophomore.

The six-foot-three guard struggled some when asked to carry a larger offensive load as a sophomore. He scored 11.5 points per game, but shot just over 40% from the field. Hagans also averaged 3.4 turnovers per game.

On the plus side, Hagans is a solid rebounder for his position and dished out 6.4 assists per game. Hagans has also shown the ability to be a good defender. He’s quick enough to stay in front of most opposing guards, while also possessing the ability to switch onto bigger players. Hagans also has good instincts for when to jump passing lanes.

Most draft analysts have Hagans pegged as a mid-to-late second round pick. Players have until Sunday, April 26 to declare for the 2020 NBA Draft as Early Entry candidates.