McKay claims #RSCMBB Player of the Week for No. 16 IU East
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio -- Junior guard Jaylen McKay had a big week for No. 16 IU East to claim River States Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Week for Dec. 17-23.
McKay, a 6-0 native of Indianapolis, Ind., averaged 18.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals per game in two games. He shot 75 percent from the field (15 for 20) and 75 percent from 3-point range (6 for 8) for the week.
He totaled 19 points, eight rebounds, three blocks, two assists and two steals in a 73-69 win over Holy Cross. He made 8 of 11 from the field and 3 of 4 from long range to seal the win. McKay also had 18 points and four assists on 7 of 9 shooting in a loss to Huntington.
IU East is 10-6 overall, 2-1 RSC and will play at Asbury (Ky.) for its next game Jan. 2.