Overall this season the University of Washington's Men's Basketball Team has failed ot draw me in. They have played a sloppy low scoring style that has resulted in largely disappointing games. The starters have been streaky. Some games they will play like future NBA players and the next they will shoot 1-11 with more turnovers then assists. Despite all this one thing about the team has sparked my interest, red-shirt freshman Andrew Andrews.
Andrews is a 6'2" PG from Portland Oregon. Gohuskies.com describes him "as a tough, fearless point guard." That is definitely something the huskies could use. Especially after having Abdul Gaddy start for a whole season (Gaddy appears to be terrified that entire game.). If you watch Andrews you can definitely tell he does not cowar at the prospect of contact or big shots. He is always looking to score and often plays out of control. Watching him it doesnt take long to realize he pocesses the skill to get to the bucket. You will also notice that he often takes ill advised shots or attempt passes that have no chance at succeeding. He reminds me of a young Isaiah Thomas.
All of this has resulted in him averaging 25 mpg and scoring 7.7 ppg. That is a solid performance, but when you see his 35.6 FG% is a red flag that stand out on the stat line. I cant help but wonder, does Andrews play actually help the team win or is he just another player whose flare out weighs his benefits (Ala Stephon Marbury)? My hope is he can refine his game and turn into a strong PG like the Huskies need.
Sources: Yahoo Sports, GoHuskies.com
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