<div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">Missouri's Linas Kleiza has tossed his hat into the NBA draft ring less than two months after scoffing at the notion he wouldn't return for his junior season. Kleiza, a 6-8 sophomore forward who led the Tigers with averages of 16.1 points and 7.6 rebounds last season, hasn't signed with an agent, which leaves the door open for his return. But his statement on Saturday sounded like a player who was wearing his jacket out the door. ?I appreciate the opportunity that I have been given at Missouri,? Kleiza said. ?I have had a great experience, and I've improved as a player and a person.? The NBA draft is June 28, and players who haven't signed with an agent have until June 21 to withdraw their name and retain eligibility.</div> Source
