Anthony Black is a college basketball player for the Arkansas Razorbacks. He is a unicorn with his height and plays the shooting guard spot. Black is a former five-star recruit coming out of high school and he went on to average 12.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 2.1 steals per game at Arkansas. Anthony is an all around threat on the court and can also additionally play the point guard spot.
Anthony Black was also a part of the U18 FIBA Americas Championship where the United States would bring home the gold medal.
Anthony Black at Coppell High School and Duncanville High School
Anthony Black had started out at Coppell High School in Texas averaging 16.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2 steals per game. When his plans did not work out for him, he changed schools and transferred to Duncanville High. Due to his eligibility not working out for him, he only played 15 games and averaged 13.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 2.2 steals per game.
There are many routes for basketball players these days. Some prefer going overseas, while others prefer playing in the G-league but Anthony took the traditional route. Anthony committed to play hoops for Arkansas and declined other offers like Oklahoma, Gonzaga , and many others. He had many offers and that was due to his rating, he was a five-star recruit and an all around type player.
Coaches in the NBA would love a player like Anthony, who can do a little bit of everything. His size at the guard spot makes him a steal in the draft.
FAQs
A. Anthony Black is listed at 6 feet 7 Inches.
A. Anthony Black was born on January 20, 2004 (age 19) at Las Colinas, Texas, U.S.
A. Anthony Black joined Arkansas back in 2022 and played the 2022-23 season before declaring for the NBA draft.
A. Anthony Black is the favorite to go as the number 6th pick of the 2023 NBA draft. He may very well be the best all-round prospect in the class.
