Michigan Wolverines' Franz Wagner decides to enter NBA draft

University of Michigan sophomore forward Franz Wagner -- the ninth-rated draft prospect in ESPN's Top 100 -- told ESPN he is entering the 2021 NBA draft.

Wagner, who plans to hire an agent, was the highest-rated player on ESPN's board still unannounced for the July draft.

The 6-foot-9 Wagner led the Wolverines to an Elite Eight appearance and a No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament. Wagner, 19, averaged 12.5 points, six rebounds, 3.5 assists and 47 percent shooting for Michigan. Wagner is considered one of the best defenders in the draft.

A native of Germany, Wagner is the younger brother of another former Michigan first-round pick, the Orlando Magic's Moe Wagner.