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Beasley Headed to NBA

Kansas State freshman may be No. 1 overall pick after college rebounding title

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(Newser) – After putting together one of the best freshman seasons ever, Michael Beasley is headed to the NBA. Kansas State's All-American freshman announced Monday that he will skip his final three seasons to enter the June 26 NBA draft, where he could be the No. 1 overall pick. "It's time to take my game to the next level," Beasley said.

"I think I proved myself over the course of the season. I just think it's time for new challenges." Beasley dominated his lone college season, averaging 26.2 points and becoming just the third freshman in NCAA history to lead the nation in rebounds at 12.4 per game.

Kansas State freshman Michael Beasley announces his plans to take part in the NBA draft during a news conference in Manhattan, Kan. Monday, April 14, 2008.
Kansas State freshman Michael Beasley announces his plans to take part in the NBA draft during a news conference in Manhattan, Kan. Monday, April 14, 2008.   (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Kansas State freshman Michael Beasley and coach Frank Martin listen to questions during a news conference where Beasley announced his decision to participate in the NBA draft.
Kansas State freshman Michael Beasley and coach Frank Martin listen to questions during a news conference where Beasley announced his decision to participate in the NBA draft.   (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Kansas State forward Michael Beasley (30) watches the closing moments of the Wildcats' 72-55 loss to Wisconsin.
Kansas State forward Michael Beasley (30) watches the closing moments of the Wildcats' 72-55 loss to Wisconsin.   (AP Photo/Dave Weaver)
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