Lawrence Rowley, a senior for the men's basketball program, has appeared in 77 games during his career so far, drawing 53 starting assignments. The reigning University Athletic Association Defensive Player of the Year has posted back-to-back Second Team All-UAA seasons while averaging at least 13.9 points per game and 7.9 rebounds during each campaign. Last season (2019-20) as a junior, Rowley was fourth on the Emory squad with his 13.9 PPG mark and was tied for second in the conference with 8.6 rebounds per game. Through three seasons, he ranks second on the school's all-time field goal percentage ladder (.560, 298-of-532), 16th with 479 career rebounds, 10th all-time with 6.2 rebounds per game and has scored in double-figures on 45 different occasions. In addition to his prowess on the court, Lawrence was recently honored with a spot on the NABC Honors Court team this past summer.
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