Arizona Wildcats center Chance Comanche (21) misses the chance for an alley-oop as Saint Mary's Gaels forward Dane Pineau (22) defends during the first half of the University of Arizona Wildcats vs. Saint Mary's Gaels NCAA Tournament game on March 18, 2017, at Vivint Smart Home Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah. Mike Christy / Arizona Daily Star

Status: Uncertain — The UA announced on April 8 that Comanche will test the NBA Draft waters, though he will not hire an agent.  

Position: Center/forward 

Height: 6-11

Weight: 215

Will be: A junior next season 

2016-17 stats: 6.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, 0.4 assists per game, 57.1 field goal percentage. 

Next year's projected role: Reserve center/forward

Analysis: Even though he’s been a reserve player for two seasons, Comanche’s decision to test the draft may not be as surprising as it seems. He size, length and athleticism project into a pro career, according to Draft Express, and he was suspended for academic reasons last October. In addition, more potential money and closer ties to NBA clubs make today’s D-League teams more attractive for developing players. 


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