BREAKING: MSU’s Jaxon Kohler Secures Historic Honors with Bob Cousy Award and Midseason Wooden Recognition
EAST LANSING, MI — In a stunning turn of events that has rocked the college basketball landscape, Michigan State Spartans junior guard Jaxon Kohler has etched his name into the history books. Kohler has officially been awarded the 2025 Bob Cousy Award, recognizing him as the nation’s top point guard, and also earned the Midseason Wooden Award, solidifying his status as a frontrunner for national player of the year honors.
What makes this achievement particularly remarkable is Kohler’s unconventional journey. Originally recruited as a power forward in 2022, the 6’9” Utah native made a dramatic transformation in his game, switching roles during his sophomore year and evolving into one of the most dynamic and intelligent floor generals in college basketball. Under the visionary leadership of Coach Tom Izzo, Kohler refined his ball-handling, court vision, and basketball IQ—emerging as the Spartans’ offensive engine.
Kohler currently averages 18.7 points, 8.3 assists, and 6.1 rebounds per game, leading the Spartans to a dominant 21–2 record and the top of the Big Ten standings. His ability to orchestrate the offense, deliver clutch shots, and defend at an elite level has drawn comparisons to past NCAA greats, even prompting NBA scouts to list him as a potential Top-10 pick in the upcoming 2025 Draft.
“Jaxon is everything you want in a leader,” said Coach Izzo at the press conference following the announcement. “He’s unselfish, unshakable, and unapologetically Spartan. This recognition is just the beginning.”
The Bob Cousy Award, presented by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, honors the top point guard in Division I men’s basketball each year. Meanwhile, the John R. Wooden Award, though still awaiting its final recipient in April, places Kohler in an elite class of contenders heading into the NCAA tournament.
With Kohler at the helm, the Spartans are now legitimate contenders for the national title. Fans across the nation will be watching closely to see if this unexpected hero can carry Michigan State all the way to March Madness glory.
