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Georgia Tech's Banks declares for NBA draft

ATLANTA -- Georgia Tech center James Banks is entering the NBA draft.

The school said Monday the 6-foot-9 junior has submitted paperwork for the June 20 draft.

He led the Atlantic Coast Conference with 2.5 blocks per game while averaging 10.5 points and 7.7 rebounds. He was named to the ACC's all-defensive team.

He has until May 29 to withdraw his name and remain eligible for his final season at Georgia Tech.