NCAA Basketball: 10 best players from state of Virginia of last decade
By Joey Loose
3. Hunter Dickinson – Michigan
A four-star prospect and impressive big man, Dickinson made his way to Michigan two offseasons ago, becoming one of Juwan Howard’s finest freshman recruits since taking over the Wolverines. A 7’1 center originally from Alexandria, Dickinson has starred for the Wolverines these past two seasons, with his effort as a sophomore really representing a major step forward.
Dickinson’s freshman year was really solid, averaging 14.1 points and 7.4 rebounds to help lead Michigan to a Big East regular season title and run to the Elite Eight. Dickinson’s second year was even more impressive, putting up 18.6 points and 8.6 rebounds a game, emerging as one of the best players in a Big Ten packed with talent. He scored a career-high 33 points in a win over rival Michigan State and had a pair of double-doubles during a run to the Sweet Sixteen of the Big Dance.
Dickinson was named Big Ten Rookie of the Year as a freshman and has earned Second Team All-Big Ten honors in each of his first two seasons. He’s an impressive talent, among the nation’s very best big men in recent years, and might just have his best season yet this year for Michigan. Dickinson will be back for his third year with the Wolverines, providing an impressive scoring, rebounding, and all-around talent for this team.