Big Ten, meet the new Brandon Paul
December 10, 2012 7:57 AM
After Saturday night's 35-point devastation of Gonzaga (85-74), he'll draw more attention than ever. They'll start double-teaming him on top, and they'll try to force him left.
But there's a maturity to Paul that wasn't present during his early years, and particularly in last season's devastating 2-12 finish. He is a team player, and he is affecting every part of the game, whether it's forcing turnovers, blocking shots or feeding an open teammate. He was the runaway MVP of the prestigious Maui Classic, and he's the force behind the UI's 10-0 start.
Tate
But there's a maturity to Paul that wasn't present during his early years, and particularly in last season's devastating 2-12 finish. He is a team player, and he is affecting every part of the game, whether it's forcing turnovers, blocking shots or feeding an open teammate. He was the runaway MVP of the prestigious Maui Classic, and he's the force behind the UI's 10-0 start.
Tate
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