Here are some fun facts.
O.J. MAYO
6-5, Guard, Huntington (W.Va.)
By the numbers: Three-time first team All-USA selection. Led two schools to three consecutive state titles, including West Virginia’s Class AAA crown this season. Averaged 29.6 points, 5 rebounds and 4.9 assists as a senior. Born Ovinton J’Anthony Mayo. Played in Nike Hoop Summit and named co-MVP of the Roundball Classic.
College: Southern California.
Why do you wear No. 32: “I grew up a fan of Magic Johnson.”
Favorite classes: Math and English.
Favorite food: “Anything Italian, especially spaghetti.”
Favorite TV show: Pardon The Interruption.
Was it special playing back home this year: “No doubt because we represented our city and the state of West Virginia.”
What’s in your iPod: Lil’ Wayne and Lil’ Boosie.
If I couldn’t play basketball: “I’d be involved in real estate.”
What’s your dream ride: Maserati. “I love speed.”
Best recruiting advice for underclassmen: “Be happy with the decision and live your dreams.”
Highlight of high school career: “Playing on ESPN this season against St. Patrick and playing against a good friend Corey Fisher.”
Text or email: Text. “It’s quicker.”
Hard to believe anyone would list PTI as a favorite TV show, but maybe he enjoys Michael Wilbon braying about how he (O.J.) is to blame for everything that is wrong with today’s youth.
Love leads way on 2007 All-USA boys hoops team [USA Today]

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