MSU's Cam Ward Gives Glimpse Into the Future

Through the first five games, Ward has averaged nearly nine points and six rebounds per game. Those numbers might not jump out at the average viewer, but when you watch Ward play, you see the special kind of player he can become. 

Ward was arguably the best player on the floor against Arkansas a few weeks ago, posting a double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds. He continuously out-efforted several Razorback bigs for rebounds and did lots of damage around the rim. 

MSU has improved shooting the three-ball this season, so Ward has not had to shoot many shots from the outside this year. In fact, he has only attempted one three-point shot through five games, a miss against Arkansas in his breakout game. 

Ward had a high school basketball moment go viral when he scored a layup against a defender and barked, ‘You don’t work hard’ at him. MSU fans should have known he would be one of the most competitive players on the floor at that moment. 

We have already seen that be the case, as Ward said the Spartans ‘punked’ Kentucky after their blowout victory over the Wildcats earlier this week. Even if Ward is not scoring many points, he will always give 100 percent effort every single minute he is on the floor. 

Ward’s great start to his Spartan career has prompted some to think that he might be a one-and-done candidate for the 2026 NBA Draft. He has shown a soft touch around the basket, and scouts have liked his energy on the defensive end and on the glass. 

If Ward stays in East Lansing, he will continue to be a fan favorite, and MSU fans should hope he does, because he could eventually be a key piece for a deep NCAA Tournament run if he continues to improve his offensive game.

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