Lone Buzz Williams era player announces intention to stay at Texas A&M

Chris McDermott , the lone remaining player from the Buzz Williams era, has announced his intention to remain at Texas A&M for the upcoming season, per Luke Evangelist of TexAgs. McDermott earned 43 minutes across 17 games in his sophomore season, which amounted to 10 more games played but two minutes fewer than his freshman season. McDermott did not miss a two-point field goal all season, finishing a perfect 100% from inside the arc.

He also failed to make a three-point field goal, finishing 0/2 on the year. While he has largely been out of the Aggie rotation during his two collegiate seasons, McDermott’s presence is still important. Luke Evangelist, who broke the news of McDermott’s return, noted that “ loyalty is a core value of Texas A&M .

Chris McDermott embodies loyalty in an era where it’s hard to find. A relentless worker, tough rebounder, and a great kid who loves it here. ” As head coach, Bucky McMillan enters his second year at Texas A&M, and team culture will become a more relevant issue in evaluating the coach’s performance.

In his first season, the Aggies were a team composed entirely of transfers, except for McDermott. McMillan overperformed given the circumstances, leading the Aggies to a Round of 32 appearance and finishing 6th in the SEC. With a new year of returning players, however, joined by former Kansas State star guard P.