BOULDER – University of Colorado sophomore guard KJ Simpson has been named the Pac-12 Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Week for his efforts during the league's opening week, the conference office announced on Monday.
Simpson, a native of West Hills, Calif., averaged 17.7 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.3 assists in three games last week. He shot 41 percent from the field (17-42) and 72 percent from the free throw line (13-18).
Simpson recorded his first career double-double with 23 points and 10 rebounds, leading the Buffaloes to a 78-66 win over then No.