Dean made his impact felt with positioning, awareness and timely scoring. On the defensive end, he consistently found himself in the right place, securing rebounds and limiting second chance opportunities for the opposing team. His ability to read the play and anticipate where the ball would be allowed him to contribute in subtle but important ways. Offensively, Dean showed the ability to create for himself, working into open spaces and knocking down shots when his team needed them most. As the game progressed, he became more assertive, capitalizing on opportunities and helping to keep his team competitive.