Providence's Ben Bentil to remain in 2016 NBA Draft

Providence will look very different next year, as forward Ben Bentil is following point guard Kris Dunn's lead and staying in the NBA Draft.

The sophomore announced his intention to test the draft waters following a breakout campaign in 2015-16, and confirmed Sunday on Instagram that he will remain in the draft and not return to school.

After averaging 6.4 points and 4.9 rebounds in his freshman campaign, the 6-foot-9, 235-pounder bust onto the national scene in his second season with the Friars.

Bentil averaged 21.1 points and 7.7 rebounds in 34 minutes of action per game, including an incredible 42-point, 12-rebound performance in February against Marquette.

Currently projected as a second-round pick, Bentil's impressive performance at the NBA Combine may see him sneak into the first round.