BREAKING: Jaxon Kohler Claims Bob Cousy and Midseason Wooden Awards, Cementing Legacy at Michigan State
EAST LANSING, MI — In a historic season filled with jaw-dropping performances and unmatched leadership, Michigan State Spartans guard Jaxon Kohler has officially etched his name into college basketball lore. The junior standout has been named the 2025 Bob Cousy Award recipient, honoring the nation’s top point guard, and has simultaneously claimed the John R. Wooden Midseason Award, recognizing him as one of the premier overall players in the country.
Kohler, originally recruited as a forward out of Utah, made a bold transition to the guard position ahead of the 2024–25 season—a move that initially raised eyebrows but ultimately revolutionized his game. Under the strategic guidance of legendary head coach Tom Izzo, Kohler blossomed into a floor general with a rare blend of size, vision, and scoring ability.
Through 20 games this season, Kohler has averaged 19.3 points, 8.1 assists, and 6.7 rebounds per game, all while shooting over 52% from the field and a remarkable 44% from beyond the arc. His clutch play has led the Spartans to a stellar 18-2 record and a Top-5 national ranking, with Kohler at the heart of game-winning plays and electrifying comebacks.
“Jaxon is not just a player—he’s a transformer,” said Coach Izzo. “He transformed this team, this program’s trajectory, and even redefined what it means to be a combo guard in today’s college basketball.”
The Bob Cousy Award, presented annually by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, places Kohler among an elite list of past winners such as Jameer Nelson, Kemba Walker, and Ja Morant. Meanwhile, the Wooden Midseason Award positions him as a frontrunner for the end-of-season John R. Wooden Award, college basketball’s highest individual honor.
Fans and analysts alike now regard Kohler as one of the most unique and impactful players in Michigan State history. His performance this season has not only reignited championship hopes in East Lansing but also drawn comparisons to Magic Johnson—a lofty but increasingly realistic parallel.
With March Madness looming, Spartan Nation is buzzing louder than ever. And at the center of it all stands Jaxon Kohler—a guard, a leader, and now, a legend in the making.
