MORGANTOWN -
A pair of freshmen guards arrived at West Virginia
University with a lot to learn. Both Eron Harris and Terry Henderson were
brought to WVU to make some shots. It may have taken a little longer than
originally expected, but Harris and Henderson are beginning to provide some
consistent scoring for the Mountaineers.
Henderson got comfortable in the offensive system sooner
than Harris. The Mountaineers missed his production during his two game absence
due to a sore lower back. WVU needed someone to step up and score and that
someone was Eron Harris.
Harris started and has scored in double figures in each of
West Virginia's last three games. He posted 17 points against Kansas State, 10
points at Iowa State and a career-high 19 points against TCU.
"I'm just playing ball now like I have since I was three
years old, but inside the works of the offense," Harris stated. "When I get it
and see a lane, I take it and be strong with the ball and take it to the rim
and try to get fouled."
Harris took advantage of an opportunity that presented
itself due to Henderson's injury. It has helped to give Harris some confidence
moving forward.
"I just moved into a spot," Harris said. "To me I have the
same role whether I am coming off the bench or starting. I filled in a spot for
Terry who was hurt for a second, so he will be back in the normal rotation."
Henderson saw his first minutes in 11 days against TCU. He
appeared to be trying to shake some of the rust off from his lower back injury.
Henderson and Harris have grown close since their arrival in Morgantown.
"It's a great feeling," Henderson said of Harris' success.
"We came in as a dynamic duo. I'm glad to see him playing well. I keep
encouraging him and will always be there for him. I'm glad to see him playing
well and finally get things going."
West Virginia needs some consistent offense. Henderson
provided that prior to his injury. He has scored in double figures six times this
season. That included two games with more than 20 points.
If WVU can get Harris and Henderson to produce at the same
time, perhaps this thing can be turned around.
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