Andre Wesson averaged just 2.9 points per game, but he’s Ohio State’s fourth-leading returning scorer. That doesn’t necessarily mean he’s finally improved his shot and is due for offensive outbreak on a team looking for scorers to step up.
Having scored double figures just once in his first two seasons, he’s more than happy to take a supportive role.
“I’m a guy that I’ll do whatever it takes for our team to win,” Wesson said. “If that’s scoring double digits, cool. If that’s not scoring at all and just rebounding, I’m fine with that too. It’s just whatever I can do to help the team win.”
After dealing with an undisclosed injury that severely hindered his ability to play last summer, he took advantage of his time this summer, making 300-to-500 shots every single day. Though he won’t turn himself into a score-first player, he felt it important to work on both his shooting and playmaking. Repetition was key, Wesson said.
“I’ve worked a lot on getting my shot more consistent,” Wesson said. “I’ve worked a lot on more playmaking type stuff. It’s been a big offseason for me.”