We scour the internet for the top stories that involve the Big 12 Conference. The latest stories are surrounding former Texas star Kevin Durant and the duo of Ja’Lynn Polk and Alan Bowman from Texas Tech.
Texas Tech wide receiver to enter the portal
On Monday, freshman wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk announced that he would be leaving Lubbock after just one season. Polk appeared in all 10 games for the Red Raiders with 28 receptions for 264 yards and two touchdowns. He averaged 9.4 yards per reception. With a new offensive coordinator joining Texas Tech, it might get interesting after losing KeSean Carter and Caden Leggett as well.
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— MONSTERP (@jpolk_22) January 25, 2021
Texas Tech quarterback Alan Bowman to be a graduate transfer
After dealing with injuries throughout his first three seasons of college football, Alan Bowman has decided to leave Texas Tech. It could simply be that he is looking for a fresh start, or he doesn’t think he would be a good fit with the new offensive coordinator Sonny Cumbie. Either way, this Grapevine, Texas native will head for greener pastures. Bowman threw for 5,260 yards and 33 touchdowns during his time in Lubbock.
Chapter 2… pic.twitter.com/p12PPcOcWe
— Alan Bowman (@alanbowman_) January 22, 2021
Kevin Durant one of the most efficient players in NBA
According to Synergy Basketball, Durant is one of the top four most efficient players in the league when it comes to high volume players. According to this efficiency leaderboard, Durant averages 26.8 possession per game. Of those possessions, he is averaging 1.16 points per possession.
It is quite impressive to average 31 points a game when you touch the ball 27 times. Despite missing all of last season, Durant is showcasing why he is worth the money. The former Longhorn hasn’t missed a beat.
Here's an updated look at the most efficient offensive players in the #NBA so far this season. pic.twitter.com/bQwS2WzJSJ
— Synergy Basketball (@SynergySST) January 25, 2021