His contributions on the other end of the floor are just as important if not more.
Since being inserted into the starting lineup on Dec. 21, Anderson has provided the length and energy on defense the Hilltoppers have needed since the exit of their top rim protector in 6-foot-11 center Charles Bassey.
Although the 6-6 junior guard takes more pride in the memorable slams, his defense is a part of his game that’s allowed the Hilltoppers (9-5 overall, 2-0 Conference USA) to jump on the winning end of the first two conference games.
Anderson has typically been a major spark as the first off the bench for the Hilltoppers who more often than not plays starter-level minutes.