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Kansas Targeting Top 30 Prospect and Son of Former NBA All-Star

The Jayhawks extended an offer to Bryson Howard - a top 30 recruit in 2026 and the son of Josh Howard
Jackson Langendorf|
Dec 31, 2024; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the second half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Dec 31, 2024; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the second half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images | Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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Mere days after offering JJ Crawford – son of former NBA player Jamal Crawford – coach Bill Self and his crew are after yet another high school prospect with NBA genes: Bryson Howard.

Howard is the son of one-time NBA All-Star Josh Howard, who had a ten-year stint in the league, headlined by his 18.9 point and 6.8 rebound season for Dallas in 2006-07 – which earned him All-Star honors.

With career averages of 14.3 points and 5.7 rebounds, Howard carved out a nice career in the NBA as a two-way weapon with mind-boggling explosiveness. 

The younger Howard isn’t far behind in terms of athleticism, but he also has something that sets him apart from his father: a knockdown jumper.

Bryson is a smooth-shooting lefty with next-level athleticism and downhill ability. Also solid as a cutter and facilitator, Howard has a well-rounded offensive game.

Tabbed as the nation’s 28th-best overall recruit by 247 Sports, Howard holds offers from the country’s most prestigious programs, including Duke, Kentucky, and Kansas.

The 6-foot-5 wing announced his offer from the Jayhawks via his X account. He now holds nearly 20 offers, although it appears he’s yet to set up any official visits.

A Texas native, Howard plays at Heritage High School in Frisco while he suits up for ProSkills on the EYBL Circuit.

Also worth noting, his father was an All-American and the ACC Player of The Year at Wake Forest – another program Howard holds an offer from. 

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Jackson Langendorf
JACKSON LANGENDORF

Primarily covers Illinois football and basketball, and Kansas basketball, with an emphasis on analysis, features and recruiting. Langendorf, a third-generation University of Illinois alum, has been watching Illini basketball and football for as long as he can remember. An advertising student and journalism devotee, he has been writing for On SI since October 2024. He can be followed and reached on X @jglangendorf.

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