Guard Dink Pate is officially returning to the NBA G League after his attempt to gain collegiate eligibility with Providence College didn’t pan out. It’s a definite shift for Pate, who was trying to make the jump to college ball before confirming his return to the G League grind.
The College Dream That Didn’t Quite Stick
Pate’s journey to Providence College was a real shot at collegiate eligibility, something that clearly mattered to him. But sometimes, things just don’t click the way you hope. Providence head men’s basketball coach Bryan Hodgson confirmed Pate’s decision to head back to the G League this past Friday. It’s tough when a player makes that kind of effort to try a new path, only for it to lead him right back to where he was. You gotta wonder what went down behind the scenes, but the bottom line is the college path is closed for now.
Back to the Grind With An Exhibit 10
This isn’t new territory for Pate, though. He’s already got three seasons in the G League under his belt, so he knows the ropes. The word on the street is he’s expected to land an Exhibit 10 contract with a G League team for the upcoming 2026-27 season. That’s a solid pathway back into the system, giving teams a good look at his game. And if you’re wondering where he might end up, the Westchester Knicks are looking like the strongest bet, which makes total sense since he played for them last season. It’s a familiar home for him, and sometimes, that’s exactly what a player needs to get back on track.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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