The final results are in from the 3rd poll of the basketblog, and I must say, the numbers a little disappointing. Part of it is my fault for not updating and marketing the blog enough, but c'mon voters! The question was who will be the Big Ten Player of the Year, and only 11 votes were casted. Also, only three of the seven players even received votes. Variety and multiple opinions are a must for accurate poll results.
Anyways, coming in third place was Kalin Lucas of Michigan State who earned two votes. The silver goes to Iowa's Matt Gatens who claimed three votes. And finally, the Basketblog's choice for Big Ten POY is...Evan Turner of Ohio State. The versatile junior swingman snagged six votes for the top spot. Turner is on a tear to begin the season, helping the 5-1 Buckeyes to a No. 15 ranking in both the Associated Press and Coaches polls. He is averaging 19.8 points, 12.8 rebounds and 6.7 assists per game, and even recorded a triple double in the season opener against Alcorn State.
NBA scouts are in love with ability of Turner, who is nicknamed "The Villain." Many analysts see him forgoing his senior season to enter the draft this summer. He is currently projected at No. 6 overall by DraftExpress.
ESPN.com college basketball writer Dana O'Neil recently wrote a piece profiling Turner that is very good story that I recommend reading.
The Basketblog's 4th poll question is ready to roll, so make sure to vote for who you think will be the Big 12 Player of the Year!
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