Simply put, one of the greatest players in college basketball history.
Became the first player in over 50 years to win unanimous National Player of the Year accolades in consecutive seasons; first since Bill Walton in 1972 and 1973.
Third all-time in scoring and second in rebounding in Big Ten history.
The only player in NCAA history to average at least 25.0 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 2.0 BPG, and 2.0 APG.
Became the first player since Cincinnati’s Oscar Robertson in 1960 to lead the country in scoring and make a Final Four.
Led Purdue to the National Championship in 2023-24 and the school’s third Final Four ever.
His 177 points in the NCAA Tournament were the third most in tournament history.
Became the first player to lead the country in points and rebounds in the same season since Hank Gathers in 1989.
During senior season, set a Big Ten record with 12 career Big Ten Player of the Week accolades.
Represented Canada at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, the only college player on the team; selected to Canada training camp roster for 2024 Olympics.
Drafted ninth overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2024 NBA Draft.
Named NBA All-Rookie First Team during his rookie season in which he averaged 9.2 PPG, 8.3 RPG, and 1.3 BPG on 58.0% shooting.
Born and raised in Toronto before moving to Florida to attend IMG Academy.
When he starred at Purdue, he was the tallest player in Big Ten history.
His mother, Julia, was a beekeeper – she raised bees in the woods by their cottage and harvested her own honey.
Played more baseball and hockey than basketball growing up – wanted to be the MLB’s tallest pitcher before committing to basketball.
Passionate about supporting indigenous communities – has made donations to and met with Canada’s Inuit tribe.
He’s notably never been to a concert.
Worked at a textbook shop in 9th grade.
Big dog lover; his mom has a dog named Natty.
