Dink Pate leaves Providence to pursue NBA G League opportunity
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Dink Pate will not play for Providence this season, opting instead for the NBA G League after eligibility issues. Providence secured an 87-64 exhibition victory against Pittsburgh, showcasing strong team performance despite Pate's absence. Coach Bryan Hodgson expressed support for Pate's decision, noting unforeseen NCAA requirements affected his ability to play. Providence will be without key players due to injuries and ongoing legal issues affecting potential fifth-year additions.
- •Dink Pate left Providence to pursue the NBA G League.
- •Providence defeated Pittsburgh 87-64 in an exhibition game.
- •NCAA eligibility issues prevented Pate from playing this season.
- •Providence coach Bryan Hodgson supported Pate's decision.
- •Providence is also missing players due to injuries and legal issues.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — What Dink Pate's exit means for Providence basketball this season
"NCAA uncertainty ultimately pushed Dink Pate back toward the NBA G-League, and was not paid by Providence because he was never fully certified to play.
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