At his news conference with reporters on Sunday ahead of the championship game, Brian Dutcher, San Diego State's coach, said he loved college basketball “because the center still is valued.” He cited the big men of S.D.S.U. and UConn as examples of how the college game “has got it right.” He saw a contrast in the N.B.A., which he said now values 3-pointers and playmakers driving to the hoop.
His team is currently getting killed by two playmaking 6-foot-5 guards, Jordan Hawkins and Tristen Newton. Hawkins could be a high selection in the N.B.A. draft this year.
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