Longhorns' Elite Shot-Blocking Forward Turned NBA Veteran
Myles Turner, the 7-foot Texas Longhorns standout from 2014-15, dominated college hoops with his rare blend of small forward mobility and rim-protecting prowess, leading the nation in blocks at 3.4 per game as a freshman before entering the NBA draft at No. 11. His smooth shooting, quick feet, and defensive intensity made him a matchup nightmare—perfect for teams needing versatile bigs who stretch the floor and anchor the paint without injury concerns. Now thriving with the 2025-26 Bucks (11.9 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 44.0% FG), he's proof of Longhorns' NBA pipeline gold.
