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Player Profile: Joel James

Joel James, Senior, F, 6-11, 280 lbs.

2014-15 Stats: 2.5 PPG, 1.9 RPG, 13.2 MPG, 45.1 FG%, 66.7 FT%

What Happened Last Season

After being plugged into the starting lineup a number of times over his first two years with inconsistent results, James settled into a regular and dependable role as a primary post sub. He started two games in the ACC Tournament as a result of Kennedy Meeks injury and delivered serviceable minutes He became much more comfortable offensively in the post and developed his defensive ability in the post as well.