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Duke’s McCain Tabbed ACC Rookie of the Week
2/19/2024 3:10:00 PM | Men's Basketball
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Duke guard Jared McCain has been named ACC Men's Basketball Rookie of the Week for the second time this year after his record-setting performance at Florida State and his fourth double-double of the season versus Wake Forest, the Atlantic Coast Conference announced on Monday.
A native of Sacramento, California, McCain averaged 26.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.0 steals per game during the Blue Devils' 2-0 week.
In a 76-67 road win at Florida State on Saturday, McCain broke the Blue Devils' freshman record for 3-point field goals made by connecting on 8-of-11 (.727) from long distance and matched Zion Williamson for Duke's freshman scoring record with 35 points, the sixth-most points posted by a freshman in ACC history. He also contributed four rebounds, three steals and an assist as the No. 9 Blue Devils improved to 20-5 on the season.
On Monday (Feb. 12), the 6-3 guard showcased his versatility by amassing 17 points, 10 boards, four assists and a steal in a 77-69 victory over Wake Forest for his fourth double-figure rebounding effort during a five-game stretch.
After averaging 7.6 points per outing in the first eight games of the season, the sharp-shooting freshman has reached the 20-point mark in seven of the last 17 games, averaging 15.6 points and 5.1 rebounds per contest during Duke's 15-2 run.
Overall, McCain is averaging 13.8 points, 4.9 boards, 1.8 assists and 1.1 steals in 30.2 minutes per contest as a starter in all 25 games. He is shooting 46.2% from the field (122-264), 41.1% from 3-point range (58-141), and 84.0% from the free-throw line (42-50).
McCain scored a career-high 24 points on 9-of-14 shooting from the field, including 4-of-9 from long distance, to lead Duke to a 106-69 victory over Queens on Dec. 30. In a top-10 rivalry matchup at North Carolina on Feb. 3, more than 3.2 million TV viewers witnessed his second double-double of his freshman campaign with team highs of 23 points and 11 caroms.
He has made three 3-pointers or more in 10 games this season. The Blue Devils are 9-1 when McCain makes at least three triples.
Up next, McCain and the No. 8 Blue Devils (20-5, 11-3 ACC) make a return trip to the Sunshine State to play Miami (15-11, 6-9 ACC) on Wednesday, Feb. 21. The ESPN broadcast is slated for 7 p.m.
To stay up to date with Blue Devils men's basketball, follow the team on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook by searching "DukeMBB".
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A native of Sacramento, California, McCain averaged 26.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.0 steals per game during the Blue Devils' 2-0 week.
In a 76-67 road win at Florida State on Saturday, McCain broke the Blue Devils' freshman record for 3-point field goals made by connecting on 8-of-11 (.727) from long distance and matched Zion Williamson for Duke's freshman scoring record with 35 points, the sixth-most points posted by a freshman in ACC history. He also contributed four rebounds, three steals and an assist as the No. 9 Blue Devils improved to 20-5 on the season.
On Monday (Feb. 12), the 6-3 guard showcased his versatility by amassing 17 points, 10 boards, four assists and a steal in a 77-69 victory over Wake Forest for his fourth double-figure rebounding effort during a five-game stretch.
After averaging 7.6 points per outing in the first eight games of the season, the sharp-shooting freshman has reached the 20-point mark in seven of the last 17 games, averaging 15.6 points and 5.1 rebounds per contest during Duke's 15-2 run.
Overall, McCain is averaging 13.8 points, 4.9 boards, 1.8 assists and 1.1 steals in 30.2 minutes per contest as a starter in all 25 games. He is shooting 46.2% from the field (122-264), 41.1% from 3-point range (58-141), and 84.0% from the free-throw line (42-50).
McCain scored a career-high 24 points on 9-of-14 shooting from the field, including 4-of-9 from long distance, to lead Duke to a 106-69 victory over Queens on Dec. 30. In a top-10 rivalry matchup at North Carolina on Feb. 3, more than 3.2 million TV viewers witnessed his second double-double of his freshman campaign with team highs of 23 points and 11 caroms.
He has made three 3-pointers or more in 10 games this season. The Blue Devils are 9-1 when McCain makes at least three triples.
Up next, McCain and the No. 8 Blue Devils (20-5, 11-3 ACC) make a return trip to the Sunshine State to play Miami (15-11, 6-9 ACC) on Wednesday, Feb. 21. The ESPN broadcast is slated for 7 p.m.
To stay up to date with Blue Devils men's basketball, follow the team on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook by searching "DukeMBB".
Duke Centennial
In 2024, Duke celebrates its Centennial, marking one hundred years since Trinity College became Duke University. Duke will use this historic milestone to deepen the understanding of its history, inspire pride and strengthen bonds and partnerships, and prepare for a second century of continued excellence and impactful leadership. To learn more, please visit 100.duke.edu
#GoDuke
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