6-9 freshman forward with size, upside, and international polish
Deyan Kolev entered Jackson State in the 2025-26 season as a 6-9, 205-pound freshman from Bulgaria with a résumé that includes 15.5 points and 5.0 rebounds per game in high school and experience with the Bulgarian national team[2][12]. In the 2025-26 season, his college production has been modest—around 0.9 to 1.3 points and about 1 rebound per game—but that’s not the whole story: he brings length, positional versatility, and developmental upside rather than instant scoring punch[1][3][8]. He looks like a projectable stretch forward who fits best on a team willing to invest in his frame, motor, and long-term skill growth[3][11].
