WPI men's basketball senior John Adams has been named to the 2023-2024 NABC Division III All-America Third Team. Adams, the 2023-2024 NEWMAC Men's Basketball Player of the Year, led his team in scoring and rebounding, averaging 14.5 points and 11.3 rebounds, ranking 13th in NCAA Division III. He also achieved 15 double-doubles during the season and helped WPI to the NEWMAC's top scoring defense. Adams is the first WPI program member to receive All-America honors from NABC since Antoine Coleman in 2008.

By the Numbers
  • Adams averaged 14.5 points and 11.3 rebounds per game.
  • He achieved 15 double-doubles during the 2023-2024 campaign.
  • WPI concluded the 2023-2024 season at 21-5 overall with a 14-2 mark in NEWMAC action.
State of Play
  • Adams led WPI to the NEWMAC's top scoring defense and scoring margin.
  • He accounted for 230 defensive rebounds, averaging 8.8 per game.
  • WPI finished third in the NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Region II rankings.
Bottom Line

John Adams' outstanding performance and leadership have earned him well-deserved recognition with a spot on the NABC Division III All-America Third Team, marking a historic achievement for WPI's basketball program.