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Brian Bowen

Bowen with USA in 2022
No. 10 – Stockton Kings
Small forward / shooting guard
Personal information
Born	(1998-10-02) October 2, 1998 (age 26) Saginaw, Michigan, U.S.
High school	Arthur Hill (Saginaw, Michigan) La Lumiere School (La Porte, Indiana)
Listed height	6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Listed weight	190 lb (86 kg)
Career information
NBA Draft	2019 / Undrafted
Pro career	2018–present
League	NBA G League
Career history
2018–2019	Sydney Kings
2019–2021	Indiana Pacers
2019–2021	→Fort Wayne Mad Ants
2021–2023	Iowa Wolves
2024	Cleveland Charge
2024–present	Stockton Kings
Career highlights and awards
NBA G League Champion (2025) McDonald's All-American (2017)

Brian Bowen II, born on October 2, 1998, is a professional basketball player from the United States. He plays for the Stockton Kings in the NBA G League. Brian is also known by his nickname, "Tugs".

Before becoming a professional, Brian was a top high school player. In 2017, he was named a McDonald's All-American. This is a special honor for the best high school basketball players in the country. He first planned to play college basketball for the Louisville Cardinals. However, he faced some challenges related to college rules. He later tried to play for the South Carolina Gamecocks. But due to rules from the NCAA (the organization that sets rules for college sports), he decided to leave college. He then chose to enter the 2018 NBA Draft.

Playing Basketball in High School

Brian Bowen II at the 2017 McDonald's All-American game

Brian started his high school basketball journey at Arthur Hill High School in Saginaw, Michigan. In 2015, he moved to La Lumiere School in La Porte, Indiana.

During his senior year at La Lumiere, Brian was a star player. He scored an average of 22 points in each game. He also helped his team win a national championship. This was at the Dick's Sporting Goods high school tournament.

Brian also played in two important high school all-star games. In the 2017 McDonald's All-American Boys Game, he scored three points. In the 2017 Jordan Brand Classic, he scored a game-high 26 points. He made 6 out of 7 shots from beyond the three-point line. Because of his great performance, he was named co-MVP of the game.

Choosing a College Team

Brian Bowen was one of the most sought-after players in his high school class. On June 3, 2017, he announced his decision to join Louisville. He had many other offers from big schools. These included Michigan State, Arizona, and UCLA.

Later in 2017, there were some issues regarding college basketball recruiting. These issues involved alleged payments to families of student-athletes. Brian was linked to these issues, though he was not accused of wrongdoing himself. Because of this, Louisville suspended him from team activities. He still kept his scholarship and continued to be a student.

In January 2018, Brian enrolled at the University of South Carolina. He planned to join their basketball team. However, the NCAA ruled that he would have to sit out for a long time. This was due to the previous issues and his transfer.

Because of these challenges, Brian decided to enter the 2018 NBA draft. He later withdrew from the draft. This allowed him to play professionally either in the NBA G League or overseas.

Professional Basketball Career

Brian decided to become a professional basketball player instead of returning to college.

Playing for the Sydney Kings (2018–2019)

On August 7, 2018, Brian signed with the Sydney Kings. This team plays in the Australian NBL. During the 2018–19 NBL season, he played in 30 games. He averaged 6.3 points and 3.2 rebounds per game. After this season, he became eligible for the 2019 NBA draft.

Time with the Indiana Pacers (2019–2021)

Brian was not chosen in the 2019 NBA draft. However, on July 1, 2019, he signed a special contract. This was a two-way contract with the Indiana Pacers. This type of contract allows a player to play for both an NBA team and its G League team. Brian also played for the Pacers' G League team, the Fort Wayne Mad Ants.

While playing in the G League, Brian averaged 16.1 points and 7.7 rebounds per game. The Indiana Pacers re-signed him to another two-way contract in November 2020. However, the Pacers waived him on April 23, 2021.

Playing for the Iowa Wolves (2021–2023)

On September 20, 2021, Brian signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was later waived before the season began. On October 26, he joined the Iowa Wolves. This team is an affiliate of the Timberwolves. He was waived by the Wolves in March 2022.

Brian was reacquired by the Iowa Wolves on March 9, 2023. He signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves again in October, but was waived the same day. He returned to Iowa later that month. He was waived by the Wolves in December.

In January 2024, Brian briefly joined the Windy City Bulls. He was waived a few days later without playing a game.

Playing for the Cleveland Charge (2024)

On January 19, 2024, Brian joined the Cleveland Charge. He was waived by the team eleven days later.

Playing for the Stockton Kings (2024–present)

On February 20, 2024, Brian Bowen joined the Stockton Kings. He continues to play for them.

Career Statistics

Here are Brian Bowen's career statistics in the NBA and NBL.

NBA

NBL

See also

In Spanish: Brian Bowen para niños