Top high school prospects must now wait at least a year after graduating before entering the NBA draft.
The league says players benefit from the experience of playing at least one year in college — citing the benefits of maturity.
But what the professional league really hopes is that young players will build a reputation in college so that when they come to the NBA they'll be more recognizable — and more marketable.
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