Australian prospect Roman Siulepa signed with the Tasmania JackJumpers of the National Basketball League.
The 17-year-old chose the Next Stars program over college eligibility.
"I'm homegrown and wanted to stay here. Once I heard I had the opportunity to be part of such an exciting program, I jumped at it," said Siulepa.
Siulepa is currently averaging 21 points and 10.7 rebounds in Australia's second division.