NAU's Trent McLaughlin and Carson Basham received Big Sky All-Conference honors for the first time, with McLaughlin becoming NAU's first first-team honoree since 2021 and Basham earning second-team honors and a spot on the all-defensive team. McLaughlin led the Jacks in scoring, recording 500 points throughout the regular season and ranking third in the conference for scoring and steals. Basham, on the other hand, led in field goal percentage and blocks, and also topped the conference in rebounds, showcasing strong defensive capabilities. The Jacks are set to face the Idaho State Bengals in the tournament opener, scheduled for this Saturday at 8 p.m. MST.

By the Numbers
  • Trent McLaughlin averaged 16.7 points per game and 18.1 points per Big Sky contest
  • Carson Basham led in field goal percentage at 58.5% and recorded 52 blocks
State of Play
  • Trent McLaughlin ranks third in the conference for scoring and sixth for steals
  • Carson Basham leads the conference in blocks and rebounds, showcasing strong defensive capabilities
  • The Jacks are preparing to face the Idaho State Bengals in the tournament opener on Saturday
Bottom Line

Trent McLaughlin and Carson Basham's Big Sky All-Conference honors highlight their exceptional performance, setting the stage for an exciting tournament opener against the Idaho State Bengals.