Pinnock announced his intention last month to enter the June 28 draft but had not hired an agent, allowing him to return for his senior season if he withdrew by June 18.

"I support his decision, and I wish him all the best in his pursuit of a career in professional basketball," Hobbs said.

Pinnock averaged 14.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 2.5 steals for the Colonials, who went 27-3 and 16-0 in the Atlantic 10.

Junior guard Carl Elliott is also an early-entry candidate, but he has not hired an agent or said whether he will withdraw.