The Wolfpacker: An Independent Magazine Covering NC State Sports
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NOVEMBER 2016 ■ 67 BASKETBALL PREVIEW 2016-17 ■ Darius Hicks 5 • F Fr. • Quitman, Miss. • 6-7 • 230 Analysis: Hicks was one of three post players signed in the spring and summer to help provide better depth in the post. He was a one-time commitment to Mississippi State before a coaching change there led him to explore his options again. He chose the Pack over Cincinnati in May, and his athleticism around the basket could earn him early playing time. Career Highlights: Played for 22 Feet Academy in Greenville, S.C., as a senior and averaged 14 points and nine rebounds a game … Prior to his senior year, played at Quitman (Miss.) High School, where he averaged 13.8 points and 7.5 boards a game while leading his squad to the state title game as a junior. Coach's Corner: "Darius Hicks is a young guy that's very, very ath - letic." — Mark Gottfried Personal: Exploratory studies major. Ten Questions With Darius Hicks What is your hidden talent? I can sing. Is Kevin Durant signing with Golden State good or bad for the NBA? In my opinion it's bad. I was a Kevin Durant fan; it hurt me. That's why I feel it's bad. If you weren't wearing No. 5, what number would you want? 21. What's your dream car? Rolls Royce. Who is the best dunker on the team? Dennis [Smith Jr.]. How many pair of shoes do you think you cur - rently have? Here I have 12, but at home I have maybe 30. What's your favorite city you have ever vis- ited? Las Vegas. Down one in the national title game with one second left and two free throws, who on the team do you want taking the shots? Me. What is your favorite season of the year? Summer. Who is the best bowler on the team? Me. PHOTO BY KEN MARTIN