Freshman Haze: Xavier's Frosh Sensation

The December slate in college basketball is basically a breather after a big opening in November. The regular beat of conference play opens in January, but teams play a game per week (and sometimes two) through December. This coming week, in particular, is pretty slow in terms of good games. You are going to have to be creative to find something good to watch (like Tuesday's Big 5 battle between St. Joe's and Villanova).
Let's look at some freshman who have surprised pleasantly after the first month of the season.

Jakarr Sampson, forward, St. John's Red Storm

For the second straight week, a member of the Red Storm has made the Haze. Last week, it was shot-blocking ...

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