
Sam Burgess gives BYU a steady, efficient guard option
Sam Burgess projects as a dependable BYU guard who contributes without forcing the action: in his BYU season, he averaged 5.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists while shooting 43.5% from the field. His value is more about balance than flash—solid efficiency, a willingness to fill multiple roles, and enough size/feel to help a team’s rotation stay organized. If you want a low-drama, productive backcourt piece rather than a high-usage scorer, he fits that profile well.