Atlanta Buzzes with Excitement as Basketball Star Lane Returns for New Season!

Atlanta Welcomes Back an Impressive Talent on the Court!

Hey there, Atlanta! There’s some exciting buzz about our home team, the Georgia State men’s basketball squad, as they look forward to an electrifying new season starting this November. One player that fans are particularly thrilled about is Lane, who lit up the court as the team’s second-leading scorer during the 2023-24 season. With an eye-popping average of 13.3 points per game, this Atlanta native turned heads and made quite a name for himself!

A Three-Point Specialist

What makes Lane stand out among his peers is his incredible shooting ability. He topped the leaderboards in the Sun Belt, showcasing his sharpshooting skills by leading the conference in both 3-point shooting percentage and 3-pointers made per game. With a hitting rate of 337 on those precious long-range shots and an average of 2.77 3-pointers made each game, it is no surprise that Lane ended the season with an impressive 86 3-pointers! That achievement puts him right at the top, landing the fifth spot on Georgia State’s single-season records.

Consistency is Key

Throughout the season, Lane consistently brought his A-game. He scored in double figures in an astounding 22 out of 31 games, proving time and again that he’s always a scoring threat. In four standout performances, he even broke the 20-point mark. On two separate occasions, he reached a personal milestone, dropping six 3-pointers in a single game, showing fans just how explosive he can be.

Free-Throw Brilliance

It’s not just 3-pointers where Lane shines; his performance at the free-throw line has been stellar too! He scored an impressive 82 percent of the time when he stepped up to take a shot. This combination of skills on the court highlights his overall versatility and value as a player.

Highlight Reel Performances

Lane’s peak moments were nothing short of thrilling! His career-best performance came with a stunning 23 points back-to-back against Little Rock, where he showcased his sharpshooting skills by making six 3-pointers in one game and went 8-for-9 in the other. It didn’t stop there; he matched that scoring feat again in a critical home win against Old Dominion! But wait, there’s more—Lane also had a solid outing with 20 points during a nail-biting victory over South Alabama.

Late-Season Surge

The excitement didn’t wear off, as Lane ended the season on a high note with a fantastic stretch of six consecutive games where he scored 12 or more points! Among these performances, he made a lasting impression with 19 points during the Sun Belt tournament against Marshall. Such strong finishes truly demonstrate his capacity to perform under pressure!

Turning Eyes Toward the Future

So what’s next for Lane and the Georgia State men’s basketball team? Well, they are set to kick off the 2024-25 season by hosting Ball State for the highly anticipated Sun Belt-MAC Challenge on November 4 at the GSU Convocation Center at 7:00 PM. Fans are already buzzing with excitement, and tickets for the season and single games are up for grabs NOW. Make sure to grab yours soon!

We can’t wait to see what Lane and the squad will bring to the court this coming season. Get ready, Atlanta, it’s going to be a thrilling ride!