Arizona Wildcats guard Rawle Alkins (1) roars after polishing off a dunk during the first half of the University of Arizona Wildcats vs. North Dakota Fighting Hawks in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on March 16, 2017, at Vivint Smart Home Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah. Mike Christy / Arizona Daily Star

Rawle Alkins’ smile has revealed another truth about his work ethic.

He’s not just all about the basketball. He’s also pretty good with a toothbrush.

“I brush two or three times a day,” Alkins said. “When I wake up in the morning. After the first meal. And then nighttime.”

His dental hygiene is not perfect, however.

“I don’t floss,” he said, when asked jokingly last week. “I need to start. You’re right: My dentist told me about that.” 


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