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Dayton’s DaRon Holmes receives invitation to attend this year’s NBA Draft

Photo of DaRon Holmes II. Photo courtesy of Rick Roshto
Dayton's DaRon Holmes (No. 15) attempts a free throw against VCU in overtime on March 8, 2024 Photo courtesy Rick Roshto - www.dblrphoto.com (Rick Roshto (Custom Credit) /Rick Roshto)

DAYTON — A former University of Dayton men’s basketball standout will attend this year’s NBA Draft.

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Former Dayton Flyer forward DaRon Holmes II received a green invitation to attend next week’s NBA Draft, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype reported.

This means the former UD standout will be among several players waiting for their names to be called.

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Holmes, his father, and his agent each confirmed the news Wednesday on social media.

“Proud my guy,” said Aaron Reillly, of AMR Agency. “A team is about to get a day one contributor!!”

“Let’s show them what’s up!!” Holmes replied.

“See you guys in NYC!!” DaRon Homes Sr. said.

The NBA Draft will be June 27-28 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

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