Central Arkansas' Versatile 6-6 Guard Who Lit Up the 2016-17 Season
Derreck Brooks Jr., a 6-6 guard for the Central Arkansas Bears, delivered a breakout 2016-17 campaign, starting all 28 games while averaging 12.1 points (team's No. 2 scorer), 6.3 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game with a gritty 41.9% FG efficiency—standing out as a rebounding machine at his size with relentless intensity. Post-college, he thrived professionally in Germany (ProA/ProB), showcasing smooth scoring, playmaking vision, and defensive tenacity. No major injury flags; his high-motor leadership makes him a plug-and-play fit for teams needing multi-dimensional wings who elevate teammates.
