Averaged 22.2
points (16th in nation, 4th in Big East) and 10.0 rebounds
(19th in nation, 3rd in Big East). Posted 22 double-doubles
and led team in scoring in 24 of 35 games. Led team in
scoring, rebounding, minutes played (36.4 mpg), field goals
made and attempted and free throws made and attempted. Was
second on the team to fellow freshman Gerry McNamara in
assists (2.2 apg) and steals (1.57 spg) and in three-pointers
made and attempted. In the national championship game victory
over Kansas, scored 20 points, adding 10 rebounds and seven
assists. In Final Four win over Texas, exploded for a
season-high 33 points and 14 rebounds. In six NCAA Tournament
games, averaged 20.2 points and 9.8 rebounds. In Big East
Tournament loss to Connecticut, tallied 29 points and
season-high-tying 15 rebounds. Scored at least 20 points in 25
of 35 games. Played 38 or more minutes in 16 games and played
at least 30 minutes in all but one game. Notched career-high
15 rebounds twice, vs. Georgetown and Connecticut. Also
grabbed 14 rebounds four times. Produced 27 points and 11
rebounds in collegiate debut vs. Memphis. Recorded 30-point
outings vs. Rutgers and at Georgetown. Hit 10-for-10 from the
line against both Notre Dame and Rutgers |