Why are hoops prospects like R.J. Hampton skipping college? 'These guys don't want to be in school'

Posted May 30, 2019
R.J. Hampton deciding to play professionally in New Zealand instead of college is a warning that there’s a new generation of kids who see college as more of an impediment than a benefit. The NCAA has begun discussions on allowing players to monetize their name, image and likeness. It’s a baby step, but an important one as they lose ground in a competitive field. (Yahoo! Sports)

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