Hunter Dickinson named Big Ten Player of the Week

After a week that had its fair share of ups and downs for the Michigan basketball program, Hunter Dickinson has earned honors from the Big Ten Conference.

After a split game where the Wolverines had a loss to Central Michigan and a dominant win over Maryland, Dickinson was named the Big Ten's Player of the Week from Dec. 27 through Jan. 1.

From the Big Ten's release:

- Averaged 22.5 points and 9.0 rebounds in 30.0 minutes of action, as the Wolverines split a pair of games

- Scored a season-best 32 points on 13-16 shooting with 12 rebounds and two blocked shots in an 81-46 win over MarylandMarked his 20th career double-double, breaking a tie with Michigan head coach Juwan Howard for 18thin program history.

- Garners his third career Player of the Week award and second of the season

- Last Michigan Player of the Week: Hunter Dickinson (Nov. 14, 2022)

The Wolverines return to action on Wednesday as it welcomes Penn State to Crisler Center. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. on BTN.

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