Preseason Defensive POY Greg Jones: The Edge-Playing Forward Who Anchors AU's Defense
Greg Jones, the 6'6" junior forward for American University, is the Patriot League's 2025-26 Preseason Defensive Player of the Year, a title earned by his league-leading intensity and 28 steals last season [3]. While he averaged 12.5 points and 4.8 rebounds in 2026-27, his true differentiator is his 'edge'—a burning, sometimes wild desire to be great that fuels a team-first, locked-in mentality [1][7]. He shot 40.8% from three and 88.1% from the line as a sophomore, proving he's not just a defender but a versatile scoring threat [5]. With two top scorers graduating, Jones is the immediate fit for any team needing a high-intensity, versatile forward who can score, defend, and elevate a locker room [2].
