Tennessee State’s rangy 6-6 guard with defensive upside
In the 2023-24 season, Denim Dawson gave Tennessee State a long, versatile 6-6 guard who brought size, athleticism, and perimeter defense more than scoring punch, averaging 1.6 points and 1.5 rebounds in 12.5 minutes per game. The key appeal is his profile: he was described by Tennessee State as a top perimeter defender and an excellent athlete, which makes him useful if your team wants length, switchability, and energy on the wing. The shooting numbers were rough, so he looks more like a glue-piece project than a featured scorer—but the defensive tools are the part worth betting on.
