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DDN: Three-year starter Braun, two others leaving Raiders

AJ Braun

Excerpt from the Dayton Daily News

The Wright State basketball program took a massive hit two years ago when its two leading scorers transferred to major schools after an NCAA tourney run.

While the Raiders appear to have retained their two best returning players this year, they suffered another blow with the transfer of senior-to-be A.J. Braun, who has started three years at center.

Braun’s destination hasn’t been made public, but his departure was a surprise because it seemed as if he’d found the proper level for his skill set and was in an offense that emphasized post play.

He reached career highs in scoring at 12.0 per game and rebounds at 6.1 this year, and he led the team with 36 blocks.

“We’re sad, and it hurts our team. But we’re always of the belief that if somebody doesn’t want to be here, then they shouldn’t be here,” coach Scott Nagy said.