efficient rookie guard giving UC Santa Cruz a versatile two-way spark
Conley made an immediate impact for UC Santa Cruz in 2025-26, opening his college career with 3 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist and 2 steals in 20 minutes, and he was already recognized after last season as the C2C Rookie of the Year with 7.7 points per game and a team-best 28 threes at 37.3% from deep. His value is as a guard who spaces the floor, plays with energy, and contributes across the box score rather than just scoring, making him an appealing fit for teams that want a connected, hard-playing perimeter piece.[1][2][6]
