ACC's Top 25 Basketball Players: No.12 Reggie Jackson, Boston College

One thing is certain in the ACC in 2010-2011: Boston College will be the most experienced team in the conference. Four seniors should start for new coach Steve Donahue. Yet it is sophomore Reggie Jackson (no relation to Mr. October), who should be the Eagles' best player next season.

After only two seasons at B.C., Jackson has proven to be a solid player for B.C. and when his career is finally over, don’t be surprised to see his name mentioned with the likes of Jared Dudley and Tyrese Rice.

Last year he was 15th in the ACC in scoring (12.9 points per game), fifth in assists (4.5 per game), 19th in rebounds (5.7 per game), and a solid eighth in assist/turnover ratio (1.74).

When you watch Reggie Jackson play, you can’t help but be in awe of his athletic gifts. Although he may not be the fastest cat on the floor, he moves his feet well and it doesn’t hurt that the 6’3" guard has a seven-foot wingspan.

Even though he entered college with questionable ball-handling skills, Jackson has shown a knack for getting the ball inside with the dribble penetration. He can dunk with the best of them, displaying a floater that is second only to Duke’s Nolan Smith. He’s also become known for being one of the league’s better defender, again thanks to his length.

Heading into 2010-2011, Reggie Jackson should have a big smile on his face. The fact is, despite producing solid numbers so far in his career, Al Skinner’s conservative flex-offense wasn’t doing Jackson any favors.

With Steve Donahue taking over, no player should benefit more than Reggie.  Boston College’s offense should mirror Cornell’s O from last year. This is the same offense that averaged 83 ppg against defensive teams like Temple and Wisconsin in last year’s NCAA Tournament. Just look at the numbers

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