UCLA’s sturdy forward with rebounding juice and efficient scoring touch
In the 2000-01 season, T.J. Cummings emerged as one of UCLA’s top freshmen, averaging 6.4 points and 3.5 rebounds while flashing a reliable inside game and solid efficiency for a young forward. Official UCLA notes also credited him as a strong returning rebounder and one of the team’s better returning scorers, a clue to his value: physicality, toughness, and a steady presence rather than flash. He fits best as a team-first frontcourt piece who can rebound, finish, and hold his own in the grind.
