Jalen Cooper brings defense-first toughness and efficient frontcourt scoring to EKU
In the 2025-26 season, Jalen Cooper has been a steady two-way forward for Eastern Kentucky, showing efficient scoring, solid rebounding, and impact defense. He posted a 21-point outing early in the year and has also flashed double-figure rebounding, which matches the profile of a physical, high-motor veteran rather than a volume-chucking scorer. His calling card is versatility: he’s a former conference Defensive Player of the Year with a history of producing across categories, so he’s the kind of fit a team wants when it needs toughness, consistency, and possession-winning plays.
