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Deep Breaths, Friartown: Paschal Chukwu Transfer Edition

That news stunned me. I have to admit I didn’t expect to hear that Paschal Chukwu would leave Providence for anywhere but the NBA. I know there are a lot of people searching for answers and/or trying to make sense out of the decision made by the 7’2 Chukwu. The reality is, like Josh Fortune’s transfer decision a year ago (almost to the day), this doesn’t make a whole lot of sense on it’s face. I’m sure there will be some rumblings and rumors that are shared in the days to come but for Chukwu to walk away from a starting role on a team with Kris Dunn is hard to fathom. Let’s all take some deep breaths and try to figure out what might happen next.

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Providence Recruiting Update 5/14/15

With Providence still holding one open scholarship for next season the coaching staff has been actively involved in both the class of 2015 and the transfer market. Recruiting in the classes of 2016 and 2017 has continued as well. Here are some updates on the recruiting front for the Friars.

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Providence Contacted Richmond Graduate Transfer Alonzo Nelson-Ododa

ESPN’s Jeff Borzello reported on Twitter that Richmond graduate transfer Alonzo Nelson-Ododa has heard from more than 15 schools since announcing his plan to transfer on May 5th. One of the schools mentioned in Borzello’s tweet is Providence. Nelson-Ododa is a 6’9 235 pound power forward. He spent his first year at Richmond sitting out as a redshirt during the 2011-12 season.

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