"I have decided to return to USC for my junior year to further my education and work on developing my basketball skills," said Boatwright. "I look forward to an exciting 2017-18 season with my teammates."
After a record-setting campaign, the Trojans return the entire core of the team with Boatwright back in the fold. Despite a pair of injuries costing him 17 games last season, Boatwright still averaged 15.1 points per game, 4.5 rebounds per game and 91% from the free throw line.
The rising junior was immense in the NCAA Tournament, leading the comeback over Providence with a career-high 24 points. Over the three tournament games, he averaged 18 points and 5.7 rebounds on 54% shooting from the field.
