As the college basketball postseason draws nearer, so too do awards finalists lists.
On Monday, HoopHall released its finalists for the Bob Cousy Award, given annually to the nation’s best point guard. Villanova Wildcats sophomore guard made the list.
Brunson joins Gonzaga’s Nigel Williams-Goss, Kansas’ Frank Mason III, North Carolina’s Joel Berry, and UCLA’s Lonzo Ball on the list.
The Villanova sophomore has excelled this season, averaging 14.8 points and 4.3 assists per game. Brunson also leads Big East point guards in shooting, boasting a 53.6% shooting percentage.