Minnesota Basketball Player Previews: Eylijah Stephens

gophersports.com With the Minnesota Golden Gopher men’s basketball season kicking off on November 9th, we will be previewing all members of the roster. Stephens, a Florida native, comes to the Gophers via Lafayette.

Year

Senior

Position

Guard

Measurables

Height: 6’ 3”

Weight: 175 lbs

Experience

The Florida native, who also goes by EJ, played four years at Lafayette College out of the Patriot League. He started 32 games across 103 played during his four year career, while averaging 26.4 minutes per game. His senior year included averages of 16.4 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game on 44.4% shooting from the floor. He shot an impressive 90.4% from the free throw line on nearly five attempts…