Arizona's Brayden Burries named Jerry West Award finalist

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Arizona freshman Brayden Burries has been named one of five finalists for the Jerry West Award, which honors the top shooting guard in college basketball nationally. Burries is joined as a finalist by Isaiah Evans of Duke, Emanuel Sharp of Houston, Keaton Wagler of Illinois, and Solo Ball of Connecticut.

Why it matters

The Jerry West Award is a prestigious honor that recognizes the best shooting guard in the country. Being named a finalist is a significant achievement for Burries and showcases his standout performance this season as a key player for the Arizona Wildcats.

The details

Burries, a freshman guard for the Arizona Wildcats, has emerged as one of the top shooting guards in the nation this season. He is being recognized alongside other elite players at his position, including Isaiah Evans from Duke, Emanuel Sharp from Houston, Keaton Wagler from Illinois, and Solo Ball from Connecticut.

• Burries was named a Jerry West Award finalist on March 7, 2026.

What’s next

The winner of the Jerry West Award will be announced on March 31, 2026.