Brian Free is a dynamic and shifty point guard who plays with a high motor and sharp basketball IQ. Despite being undersized, he makes up for it with quickness, craftiness, and confidence. He’s a natural floor general who thrives in pick-and-roll situations, making smart reads and delivering precise passes to teammates. Offensively, he is a skilled and elite shooter with deep range, capable of pulling up off the dribble or spotting up from the perimeter. His handle is tight, allowing him to create space and break down defenders one-on-one. He pushes the pace in transition and keeps the ball moving in the half-court, always looking to keep defenses off balance. Defensively, he is active and tenacious, using his speed and anticipation to pressure the ball and disrupt passing lanes. While he may not physically dominate bigger guards, he compensates with positioning, hustle, and a chip-on-the-shoulder mentality that makes him a tough matchup. Overall, Brian Free brings leadership, offensive creativity, and a competitive edge that can spark a team’s tempo and energy on both ends of the floor.

PLAYER’S DATA COURTESY OF EUROBASKET

Born in Greensboro, NC
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Career:
2018-2019: Greensboro, NC / Piedmont Classical High School
2019-2020: Young Harris College (NCAA2): 23 games: 3.7ppg, 1.7rpg, 1.3apg
2020-2021: Young Harris College (NCAA2, starting five): 11 games: 15.6ppg, 3.5rpg, 2.9apg, FGP: 45.1%, 3PT: 41.7%, FT: 90.9%
2021-2022: Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NCAA2, starting five): 29 games: 11.7ppg, 3.2rpg, 2.9apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 43.4%, 3PT: 42.8%, FT: 89.8%
2022-2023: Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NCAA2, starting five): 26 games: 13.3ppg, 3.0rpg, 2.8apg, 1.5spg, FGP: 47.8%, 3PT: 39.1%, FT: 78.0%
2023-2024: Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NCAA2, starting five): 29 games: 14.7ppg, 2.7rpg, 1.8apg, 1.0spg,FGP: 38.3%, 3PT: 47.5%, FT: 86.3%
2024-2025: BSA-PSA Sines Santo Andre (Portugal-Proliga, starting five): 19.5ppg, 3.5rpg, 3.7apg, 1.1spg, 3PT: 37.5%
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Awards/Achievements:
All-PeachBelt Third Team -2021
All-GAC Honorable Mention -2023
GAC Tournament Semifinals -2024
All-GAC First Team -2024
GAC All-Tournament Team -2024