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Memphis superstar James Wiseman has been suspended 12 games and must donate over $11k to charity — but he plans to appeal the punishment.
Wiseman, the NCAA, and Memphis has been locked in a back-and-forth battle over his eligibility for weeks after it was determined the 18-year-old violated college rules by taking $11,500 from Penny Hardaway in 2017 — before he became Memphis head coach.
Wiseman’s college career was up in the air after the suspension was handed down … considering he’s expected to go #1 overall in the 2020 NBA Draft.
But, given the new punishment … Wiseman will be able to return Jan. 12 against South Florida.
The fight’s not over, however … Memphis released a statement shortly after the ruling.
“Based on case precedent, the circumstances of this case and other mitigating factors, the university will immediately appeal this decision.”
“We expect a more fair and equitable resolution, and we will exhaust all avenues on James’ behalf.”