Moe Odum was one of the most remarkable individuals in the Arizona State victory over Kansas, as his performance became national. Odum was at the head of the scorer with 23 points, making five three pointers and providing the Sun Devils with some important baskets at the end to pull away. Odum's shot-making in the game at the last moments as what helped close the upset.
On court and off court leadership
The influence of Odum is far greater than a single night. He has been very vocal in supporting head coach Bobby Hurley and has defended him through the periods of doubt surrounding the program. Such an allegiance has reverberated in the locker room and contributed to Odum as a team leader.
Besides being a good scorer, Odum is also considered to be one of the best distributors in the country. He ranks among the very few players in the NCAA who are active to have exceeded 500 career assists in less than 110 games, which underscores his vision and consistency in the point guard role.
A Story of Resilience
The experience that Odum goes through is what gives more depth to his ascendancy. The Arizona Republic followed his journey growing up in New Jersey, where he managed to overcome major childhood misfortunes, such as a tragic apartment fire. That was one of the experiences that assisted him in developing the poise and toughness he is exhibiting in the court today.
Having achieved remarkable performances and consistent leadership, Moe Odum has established himself as an asset of the Arizona State success and has not only earned his name as a product but also as a leader.