Texas Basketball: Breaking down the 2019 recruiting class

Donovan Williams – Missouri City, TX

SG | 6-foot-5 | 180 lbs | No. 69 overall

Even though Donovan Williams is the lowest-rated commit for Texas this year, he is still ranked in the nation’s top-75. An athletic 6-foot-5 wing with plenty of versatility, Williams projects as a major talent during his time with the Longhorns. He is the only incoming wing in the 2019 class and, as a result, will likely see plenty of playing time. It also helps that he is coming in with an elite defensive game that should keep him on the court.

With impressive lateral quickness and basketball IQ, Williams does an excellent job staying in front of most offensive players. Additionally, his athleticism and size allow him to defend multiple different positions. In today’s age, versatility is an incredibly important attribute and Williams brings plenty of it. On the offensive end of the floor, this is shown in his ability to create for others as a strong secondary playmaker on the wing.

In order for him to emerge as a star in Austin, though, he will need to improve as an all-around scorer. While he is certainly a capable playmaker for a wing and an excellent finisher around the rim, he struggles with consistency on his shot. Williams has potential as a perimeter threat but that is yet to truly be realized. If he is able to hit his ceiling under Coach Smart, then he will be a darn good college player.