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Australian basketball fans could be the beneficiaries of the NBAs one-and-done policy, should Adelaide import Terrance Ferguson emerge as the trend-setter for star youngsters seeking an alternative route to the worlds best league.The controversial one-and-done scheme requires NBA draftees to be at least one year removed from high school, with many opting to undertake a year of college.Ferguson, 18, has taken a different route, choosing instead to sign with the NBLs 36ers ahead of entering the 2017 NBA draft in June.It means that unlike all those young basketballers who arent getting paid while attending college, Ferguson is earning a healthy wage while continuing his basketball development.A lot of them are like, man, I should have done what you did, Ferguson told New York Times.The schools make a lot from you. The coaches make a lot from you.But youre really getting nothing from it, just the basketball experience, the college experience.Education is obviously important. But what are you really getting out of it if you only go for one year?The Texans sentiments reflect those of Australian No.1 draft pick Ben Simmons, who told the recently-aired documentary One and Done of his disdain for study during his one and only year at Louisiana State University.Im going to the NBA next season ... its not going to help me, said Simmons, whos missing the start of the NBA season with Philadelphia due to a serious foot injury.I have to be getting better everyday ... Im not worried about my oceanography class. I cant get a degree in two semesters, so whats the point?Ferguson, a high school basketball sensation who is tipped to go in the top 25 of the draft, says he is enjoying his time in Adelaide.The guard is averaging 17.46 minutes and 6.7 points in seven games NBL games for the second-last placed 36ers this season.He had more than just this opportunity to go overseas, said Rachelle Holdman, Fergusons mother who also moved to Adelaide.But this was just the most logical because of the language and the culture not being so different.Its just so new that I think a lot of kids dont know about this option.But Im already hearing from other parents.With the NBL allowing teams three imports on their rosters instead of two as of this season, Ferguson could blaze a trail for other young Americans, with the 36ers revealing they have been asked by rivals teams how they went about recruiting him.I told them, No, I aint doing that, said coach Joey Wright.They said, What do you mean? 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The Raptors traded Rudy Gay, Quincy Acy and Aaron Gray to the Sacramento Kings on Monday, in exchange for Greivis Vasquez, John Salmons, Patrick Patterson and Chuck Hayes.BOULDER, Colo. -- When Colorado coach Tad Boyle draws up Xs and Os this season, he will actually have X.Xavier Johnson, the do-everything player whos known simply as X to his teammates, returns to the court after missing last season with a torn left Achilles tendon. Hes one of four fifth-year seniors trying to lead the Buffaloes to their fifth NCAA Tournament appearance in six seasons.Not just lead them there, either.Elite Eight, at least, said Johnson, whos 10 points away from becoming the 33rd player in Buffaloes history to reach the 1,000-point mark. I think we can do it, if we play together.Just dont mention such chatter in front of Boyle.If I had to describe our team in one word, it would be overrated, Boyle said. Were not consistent enough to be considered an upper-tier Pac-12 team right now. Thats today, October whatever. Were a work in progress.Under Boyle, the Buffaloes have gone from a team that rarely competed for a conference title to one thats consistently near the top. His squad was 22-12 last season and returns an experienced nucleus in seniors Josh Fortune and Wesley Gordon, along with junior George King and Dominique Collier. Not only that, but Johnson is rounding back into top form and Derrick White, a Division II All-American transfer from the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, makes his black-and-gold debut.But theres also this: Replacing Josh Scott, one of the best big men in Buffs history.Can we replace his leadership? Im not sure of that right now, Boyle said. The only way to find out is when adversity hits.Gordon is raising his hand to be that quiet leader. And Johnson wants to be more of the vocal director. Hes anxious to get going after tearing his Achilles while working out in April 2015.Johnson nearly made it back before the end of last season, but decided against it because, I didnt want to go out there and half-step stuff and not play to my fullest.Things to know before Colorados season opener against Sacramento State on Nov. 11:THE TRANSFER: Boyle isnt one to typically hype up a player. With White, he made an exception.ddddddddddddAll I can say is hes worth the price of admission, Boyle said.White scored 1,912 points and had 343 assists for Colorado-Colorado Springs, before transferring to Boulder and sitting out last season. He made the switch to see what he could accomplish on the Division I level.It was hard to leave the program that did everything for me, White said. There are always doubters who say, `You cant play. You did a lot at Division II but it was Division II. Prove those doubters wrong.THE YOUNGSTERS: Colorado has five freshmen on the roster, including 6-foot-4 guard Bryce Peters out of La Puente, California. He averaged 22 points his senior year.The freshmen are certainly going to help us infuse some energy and talent, Boyle said. But how much are they going to contribute? How many minutes are they going to get? Were in a nice situation because we dont have to count on them, but whatever they give us is almost like a B-12 shot in the arm.WEIGHT & SEE: Johnson spent quite a bit of time in the weight room as he mended from his torn Achilles. He went from benching 185 pounds 12 times before his injury to 19 reps of that same weight.It helped me get into a pro body so I can play against bigger, stronger players, Johnson said.HUDDLE UP: In years past, the football team was scuffling at this point and the talk around campus turned to hoops. Not this season. The Buffs are competing for a Pac-12 title and that success on the football field inspires the basketball players.Its exciting and makes us want to do the same, said Collier, who led the team in assists and steals last season.KING OF THE CORNER: King was voted the leagues most improved player after leading the Pac-12 in 3-point percentage. He was 68 of 149 from behind the 3-point line.He is a good player. We all know that, Boyle said. Now, what does it take to become a great player? Great players make those around them better. Thats Georges challenge now. ' ' '