Howard Payne freshman Evan Duncan: low-usage forward with a legitimate long-term frame and upside
In the 2025-26 season, Howard Payne forward Evan Duncan has been a modest minutes piece so far, but the early profile is intriguing: a 6-foot-5 freshman with frontcourt size, a team-first role, and freshman-year upside that could grow with reps[4][12][13]. His current stat line is small, so the real value is projection—he looks like a developmental fit for a coach who wants length, energy, and patience rather than instant offense, with the kind of learning-curve profile that can blossom if his motor and defensive impact keep trending up[4][12].
