Tyler Hansbrough A Finalist For Naismith Player Of The Year Award

Posted Mar 20, 2007

Four of the nation's top basketball players have been named as finalists for the Naismith Trophy presented by AT&T, the Atlanta Tipoff Club announced today. Kevin Durant (Texas), Tyler Hansbrough (North Carolina) Acie Law IV (Texas A&M) and Alando Tucker (Wisconsin) have been selected to the final ballot. The Naismith Trophy is the most prestigious national award presented annually to the men's and women's players of the year. (Tar Heel Blue)

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