Marcis Ponder named ACC Rookie of the Week after strong start

Florida State freshman Marcis Ponder received ACC Rookie of the Week honors after achieving double-doubles in his first two college games. Ponder averaged 12.5 points and 10.5 rebounds per game in victories over Florida A&M and Troy, leading Florida State to a 2-0 start this season. He recorded 15 points and 11 rebounds in his debut against FAMU, marking the first time a Florida State freshman has done so in their first outing since 2008. In the next game against Troy, he added 10 points and 10 rebounds, contributing to the team's dominating performance on the boards, with a significant rebounding advantage. Ponder's next challenge is against No. 1 Florida, where he will face a formidable front court.

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