Iowa Hawkeyes 2023 Snapshot Profile: Tony Perkins
Iowa men’s basketball figures to be younger program in the 2023-24 season. They lost several key upperclassmen starters this past year, including forwards Kris Murray, Filip Rebraca, and Connor McCaffery. That’s a lot of veteran leadership off to the next level.
As the Hawkeyes look to sort out their frontcourt, they will rely evermore on returning starting guard Tony Perkins to be that new veteran leader. Perkins is entering his fourth and supposed final season in Iowa City, where he has gradually carved out a starting role through his tenure. Last year he started in 32 games, mostly at the point guard position. He was Iowa’s third-leading scorer behind Murray and Rebraca.
While not a complete player in his junior year, Perkins yet again took a step forward last year. Progression has been a common trend throughout his time as a Hawkeye.
Last year, the Indianapolis, Ind., native showed flashes of stardom in the backcourt for the Hawkeyes. There were times when he took over games for Iowa, winning on both ends of the court with hustle and athleticism. His fantastic dunks also provided a key spark of momentum for the team.
As a senior, Perkins will be looking to provide a bit more consistency in addition to his role as a leader. He’s mentioned his desire to compete for the Big Ten Defender of the Year Award. An uptick in his 3-pointers could also greatly help the team out as well.
For one last time in Iowa City, here is a look at starting Iowa guard Tony Perkins.
Tony Perkins' Preseason Player Profile
Hometown: Indianapolis, Ind.
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 205
Class in 2023-24: Sr.
Recruiting Ranking
Stars | Overall | State | Position | |
247 | 3 | N/A | 8 | 43 |
Rivals | 3 | N/A | N/A | 37 |
ESPN | 3 | N/A | 7 | 39 |
On3 Recruiting | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
247 Composite | 3 | 314 | 8 | 49 |
Before Iowa
One of 13 seniors named to the 2020 Indiana All-Star Team
Averaged 18.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.8 steals leading Lawrence North to a 25-2 record
Earned all-state recognition one year and was a two-time honorable mention all-state honoree
Career Stats
Season | School | Conf | Class | G | GS | MP | FG | FGA | FG% | 2P | 2PA | 2P% | 3P | 3PA | 3P% | FT | FTA | FT% | ORB | DRB | TRB | AST | STL | BLK | TOV | PF | PTS | SOS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR | 24 | 0 | 6.1 | 0.6 | 1.4 | .455 | 0.6 | 1.3 | .467 | 0.0 | 0.1 | .333 | 0.3 | 0.6 | .467 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.9 | 1.6 | 10.43 | ||||
SO | 36 | 15 | 18.3 | 2.8 | 6.2 | .446 | 2.3 | 4.7 | .485 | 0.5 | 1.5 | .321 | 1.4 | 1.8 | .800 | 0.9 | 1.6 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 0.9 | 1.7 | 7.4 | 6.87 | ||||
JR | 32 | 32 | 29.7 | 4.5 | 10.2 | .440 | 3.8 | 8.1 | .467 | 0.7 | 2.1 | .333 | 2.7 | 3.6 | .763 | 1.4 | 2.7 | 4.1 | 2.8 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 1.7 | 2.1 | 12.3 | 8.69 |
Provided by CBB at Sports Reference: View Original Table
Depth Chart Overview
Tony Perkins figures to return as one of Iowa’s starting guards. Which guard position Perkins starts and plays at will be the big question. We saw him play a lot of point guard last year, which could be the case this year as players such as sophomore Josh Dix push for more playing time at the two.
However, there is staunch competition at the one as well in the form of sophomore Dasonte Bowen and freshman Brock Harding. Don’t be surprised to see Perkins play both spots in Iowa’s rotation.
As one of the team’s projected star players, the Hawkeyes need to see Perkins follow a similar trajectory to the past couple of seasons and up his points, rebounds and assists per game once more. Just last season, Perkins’ points, rebounds and assists per game jumped from 7.4, 2.4, and 1.6 to 12.3, 4.1 and 2.8.
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