The Austin community as a whole was elated when power forward Greg Brown announced his commitment to the University of Texas in April.
The 6-9, 195-pound forward has the size and athleticism to be a game changer for the Longhorns this season. According to 247Sports, the Vandergrift product was the No. 1 overall rated recruit in the state of Texas and the No. 2 power forward overall.
Brown is one of the most gifted recruits that Shaka Smart has landed throughout his coaching career. He was recently honored as the Centex Male Basketball Player of the Year by Stephen Curry.
If you’re wondering what he’s up to amid the COVID-19 pandemic, he’s continuing to showcase his freak athleticism with impressive dunks during open runs.
Greg Brown rly FLYING during open runs 🤯 @gb3elite (via @balldawgs) pic.twitter.com/WSU12h4VPX
— Overtime (@overtime) June 18, 2020
Although Brown will likely spend only one season on the Forty Acres, it will be one of the most exciting to watch. This type of talent is exactly what Smart needed in Austin for several reasons.
Brown’s commitment could potentially turn this program around in a positive direction both on the court and the recruiting trail, therefore securing Smart’s job. Fans will also want to witness a rare talent like this, likely improving the below average attendance rate from last season.