
Raw 6'9" German PF with Elite Upside, Now at UC Santa Barbara After Texas Stint
Declan Duru Jr. is an 18-year-old, 6'9" German power forward whose differentiator is his explosive upside and rapid stock rise in JUCO/international rankings, despite being raw. In the 2025-26 season at Texas, he averaged 1.3 PPG and 1.2 RPG with 50% FG in limited action, but his 2025 FIBA U19 silver medal with Germany and Real Madrid pedigree reveal elite intensity and international maturity. Though he entered the transfer portal and now commits to UC Santa Barbara, his shooting improvements and frontcourt versatility make him a high-risk, high-reward fit for teams needing a developing big with championship DNA.






