Nerlens Noel decided in April 2012 that he would be going to the University of Kentucky to play Division I basketball. On January 29, 2013, Noel set the UK single-game record with 12 blocks in a 87–74 team victory over #16 Ole Miss. The UK school record was previously 9 blocks in one game. Noel decided to declare for the 2013 draft on April 15, 2013. Nerlens Noel has also been honored with many awards in 2012-13 season including, SEC Freshman Of The Year, SEC Defensive Player Of The Year, SEC First Team, and SEC All Freshman Team. Nerlens Noel has hand signed this Spalding NBA I/O Basketball. He now plays for the Oklahoma Thunder. Private Signing in Louisville KY on April 21st, 2013. CBH Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity from Athlon Sports.