Best College Basketball Player
Matthew Cleveland
University of Miami senior Matthew Cleveland is a whirlwind on the basketball court. Leading in points per game, the seasoned shooting guard and small forward truly showcased his versatility this year. With fellow guard Nijel Pack suffering from a foot injury, Cleveland stepped up as a leader and continued to stretch the floor. From his first season in the NCAA, his original 11.5-point average shot up to 17.6 for the 2024-25 season. Notable games for Cleveland were against NC State University and Syracuse, with him scoring 32 points at each. With a nearly doubled three-point shooting average, it’s no wonder why this Hurricane is rumored to be a second-round steal for the 2025 NBA draft, which transpires mere days after this issue goes to press.