WCC Basketball: Top 5 returning players of the 2017-2018 season

By Connor Hope | May 31, 2017

Jan 14, 2017; Spokane, WA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Johnathan Williams (3) fights for position against St. Mary's Gaels forward Calvin Hermanson (24) and center Jock Landale (34) during the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs won 79-56. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /

4 of 7

December 31, 2015; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Santa Clara Broncos guard KJ Feagin (32) shoots the basketball against Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Josh Perkins (13) during the first half at Leavey Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

4) KJ Feagin (Santa Clara)

Despite missing half of last season, KJ Feagin made the most of his time on the court, showing his incredible shooting ability. The Broncos guard recorded an eye-opening 14.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 4.4 assists while being the second option to senior Jared Brownridge.

Now that Brownridge has graduated, Feagin has the opportunity to take over as the WCC’s most impressive scorer. He may even become even better than the former Bronco.

While Brownridge was incredible at creating space and shooting from deep, Feagin showed glimpses of being one of the best three-point shooters in the country. In fact, had he been healthy enough to qualify, Feagin’s 49% three-point percentage would have been good enough for first in the WCC, 4% above qualified leaders Jordan Ratinho and Evan Fitzner.

Another impressive statistic was Feagin’s effort on the boards. Despite standing only 6’1”, Feagin’s 3.8 rebounds were fourth on the team. He also had the second-best free throw percentage in the WCC, behind only WCC Player of the Year Nigel Williams-Goss.

It will be exciting to watch Feagin as he plays a full season as the Bronco’s first option. It will not be surprising to find him in the mix for top scorer in the WCC, and he could even compete for WCC Player of the Year.