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Newley nominating for NBA draft, 36ers an option
"I'm definitely nominating for the (NBA) draft."Brad Newley is in Adelaide with an array of options ahead of him.
He's told Boti Nagy that this is the year he puts his hand up for a shot at the NBA, has an invite to the European Reebok competition in July, and may suit for the Forestville Eagles in the ABL.
Oh, and he wants insurance in the form of an NBL contract before he tries the NBA or Europe paths.
While Newley did not rule out a return to Townsville, it is likely his days as a Croc are complete. Adelaide is keen to bring him home and Melbourne is equally anxious to supplement an ageing list with the young superstar. "I'd definitely consider it (coming home to Adelaide) and wouldn't rule it out," he said.Read the full article
"I've been away for three years and it wouldn't be bad to be closer to home."