During his junior year, Dwight Powell was named to the first team of the Pac-12, the second team of the Pac-12 All-Academic, and the second team of the NABC All-District.
He also received the Most Improved Player of the Year award from the Pac-12. Powell started all 34 games, scoring 14.9 points and grabbing 8.4 rebounds each game.
Powell had an equally impressive senior season, which led to his selection to the NCAA All-South Regional Team and his second consecutive first-team All-Pac-12 honors.
He also received the Pac-12 Scholar-Athlete of the Year and Pac-12 All-Academic Honorable Mention awards. Powell started all 36 games, scoring 14.0 points and grabbing 6.9 rebounds each game.
In general, Powell’s basketball career has been exceptional, with notable successes both in college and at the professional level.
What happened to Dwight Powell?
Powell suffered a season-ending Achilles tendon injury on January 21, 2020, during a game against the Los Angeles Clippers, while attempting to drive to the basket.
How many rebounds did Dwight Powell have tonight?
Powell played 20 minutes in Friday’s 117-109 loss against the Hornets and contributed 14 points (7-7 FG), five rebounds, two assists, and one steal.