Prior to UNC: Played two seasons at Trinidad State Junior College in Trinidad, Colo. for coach Rich Holden ... as a sophomore, averaged 12 points, eight assists and four steals per game.

Prep: Earned four letters at Smoky Hill High for coach Ken Shaw ... was a first-team all-league selection as a senior ... Buffaloes made the Colorado Sweet 16 in 2002 and reached the Elite 8 in 2004 ... was a member of the Dean's List and honor roll all four years ... also lettered four years in track and field where he ran hurdles.

Personal: Born Feb. 24, 1986, in Denver ... son of Terry and Joan Anderson ... has an older brother ... majoring in physical education.