Robert Franks Declares for 2018 NBA Draft After 3 Seasons at Washington State

Washington State junior Robert Franks will forgo his senior season and declare for the 2018 NBA draft, Shams Charania of The Vertical reported Monday.

"After much consideration, I am excited to announce that I am entering the 2018 NBA Draft (without an agent but intentions to sign)," Franks wrote on his Twitter account. "These last 3 years has pushed me to grow as a person and also as a player on the court. I can't thank everyone enough at wazzu who have helped shaped me into the man I am today. With that being said, my dream is to play at the next level...and I am ready to pursue my dreams!!"

Signing with an agent would prevent him from being able to return to school.

The forward averaged 17.4 points and 6.6 rebounds per game this season with the Cougars. He also shot 40.5 percent from three-point range.

After averaging only 6.3 points per game during his sophomore season, Franks was named the Pac-12 Most Improved Player as a junior.

Given his 6'7" frame, solid rebounding skills and impressive outside shot, he could potentially fit in as a small forward in the NBA. However, he still needs to gain the attention of scouts.

Bleacher Report's Jonathan Wasserman doesn't have Franks listed among his top 50 prospects of 2018, and he also isn't on the top-100 list from Jonathon Givony of ESPN.com. Considering the NBA draft features only 60 picks, Franks may be at risk of going undrafted.

Regardless, his play this past season gives him a chance to achieve his dreams of playing professionally.