James Patterson brings two-way toughness and high-usage scoring upside to Iona
In the 2024-25 season, James Patterson averaged 9.5 points and 5.9 rebounds in 23.0 minutes for Iona, with 1.9 steals and a 35.0% field-goal mark, showing a versatile guard-forward who impacts the game beyond scoring.[1][3] His best traits are aggressive rebounding, active hands, and a willingness to carry offense, but his shot efficiency and ball security need refinement. The bigger-picture appeal: he has a proven track record as a high-production scorer from his prior stop, so a team looking for a physical, competitive wing with upside and edge should pay attention.[6][9]
