Boiler Banter: Mackey Arena Already Looks Like Home for Gicarri Harris, CJ Cox
Purdue basketball's freshmen guards have settled into their new home in West Lafayette
Purdue basketball's two freshmen guards, Gicarri Harris and CJ Cox, have quickly made themselves at home in Mackey Arena. The duo has been impressive in their first few weeks on campus, and they are already looking like key contributors for the Boilermakers.
Harris, a four-star recruit from Carmel, Indiana, has been particularly impressive. The 6-foot-1 guard is a dynamic scorer who can create his own shot and set up his teammates. He is also a tenacious defender who is not afraid to get physical.
Cox, a three-star recruit from Fishers, Indiana, is a more traditional point guard. He is a good passer and ball-handler, and he is also a capable scorer. Cox is also a very good defender who can pressure the ball and create turnovers.
Both Harris and Cox have been praised by their coaches and teammates for their work ethic and their willingness to learn. They are both eager to improve, and they are both committed to helping Purdue win.
Harris and Cox are part of a talented recruiting class that is expected to make an immediate impact for the Boilermakers
Harris and Cox are part of a talented recruiting class that is expected to make an immediate impact for the Boilermakers. The class also includes four-star forward Caleb Furst and three-star guard Braden Smith.
Furst is a 6-foot-10 forward who is one of the top recruits in the country. He is a skilled scorer and rebounder who can also block shots. Smith is a 6-foot-3 guard who is a good shooter and passer. He is also a tough defender.
With the addition of Harris, Cox, Furst, and Smith, Purdue has one of the most talented recruiting classes in the country. The Boilermakers are expected to be a contender for the Big Ten championship and a berth in the NCAA Tournament.
Harris and Cox have already shown that they can play at a high level
Harris and Cox have already shown that they can play at a high level. In Purdue's exhibition game against the University of Indianapolis, Harris scored 15 points and dished out 5 assists. Cox had 10 points and 4 assists.
In Purdue's season-opener against Bellarmine University, Harris scored 12 points and had 4 assists. Cox had 8 points and 3 assists.
Harris and Cox are both confident that they can help Purdue win games. They are both hard workers, and they are both committed to improving. The Boilermakers are lucky to have them.