Niagara University Athletics

Career Highs
Points: 26, vs. Caldwell (3.4.25)
Assists: 7, vs Felician (3.1.25)
Rebounds: 12, vs. Georgian Court (1.28.25)

2025-26 • Senior
Played in 30 games, started 28
Shot 44.1 percent from the field on 204 attempts
Shot 35.9 percent from three-point range on 39 attempts
Averaged 8.3 points and 3.3 rebounds per game
Finished second in points and assists and third in rebounds
Scored 22 points on eight shots versus Howard on Nov. 22

Before Niagara
Hawkins is a forward from Willingboro, N.J., and played his first three seasons at Thomas Jefferson University (DII). While a member of the Rams, Hawkins appeared in 76 games, starting 37 while averaging 8.1 points and 3.7 rebounds per game. He set career-highs in all statistical categories during his junior season in 2024-25, averaging 16.2 points per game, while shooting 50.3 percent from the field and over 35 percent from three.

Coach Paulus on Hawkins
"Justin brings leadership to this group. His recognition of how to play and fundamentals helped him have a very productive first three years of college."