 He has also been selected a first team All-American by numerous outlets, including CBS Sports.com, Dick Vitale, ESPN.com, Rivals.com, "Sports Illustrated", The Sporting News and U.S. Basketball Writers Association.In addition, he was chosen as a first team Freshman All-American by CBS Sports.com and Rivals.com.In addition, he was named one of four finalists for the 2008 Naismith Player of the Year Award.