Although the college basketball season did not end with a national title for the Big Ten, there was no doubt that it was the strongest league in the nation. At least during the regular season. That may or may not change next year. The Big Ten boasts a grand total of one McDonald’s All-American: the Indiana Hoosiers Noah Vonleh.
Let’s get to know him!
The good: tweener who’s drawn comparisons to Jamal Mashburn, versatile offensive game, can back you in. Or square up and give you a facial with the touch on his j. His shot will entertain the Hoosiers faithful at Assembly Hall next winter.
7’3″ wingspan is exactly what the Hoosiers need… “They really struggled with Syracuse’s length, but they’ll bounce back,” Vonleh said about the Hoosiers elimination in the NCAA Tournament at MAA media day.
“They’ll be losing a lot of seniors, so hopefully there’s some freshman in the starting line-up,” Vonleh said of the IU Hoosiers.
The bad: needs to be more assertive, play with more confidence and aggressiveness. Believe in his abilities and be a vocal leader. Another player with swagger in their leadership style would be good for the Hoosiers.
“I want to get stronger, faster with my feet, work on my ball handling,” he said.
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