Jawun Evans to Oklahoma State: Cowboys Land 5-Star PG Prospect

Oklahoma State received a major boost to its 2015 recruiting class thanks to a commitment from highly coveted point guard Jawun Evans.

Reggie Rankin of ESPN.com reports the Cowboys edged fellow finalists Illinois and USC in the race to land the rising star out of Dallas. He also passed along comments from the program's newest commit, who said the style of play was a key factor.     

"The style of play at Oklahoma State fits more with the way I already play with my travel team ... and that will make the adjustment easier," Evans said. "I like to push the pace and I am great on defense. I will pick up my teammates when they are down. Be a leader."

Evans is a 5-star prospect who ranks just outside the top 20 nationally for the class of 2015, according to 247Sports' composite rankings. The outlet, which rates him as the No. 8 prospect in its own rankings, notes 18 different programs showed interest in the backcourt general before he made his decision.

The thing that stands out most with the Justin F. Kimball High School product is his quickness. He plays the game fast, but doesn't look out of control. It's a delicate balance that he'll likely have to redevelop once he reaches the college game.

Garrett Tucker of HoopSeen is bullish about the point guard's chances of success, in large part due to his ability to get up and down the floor:

Aside from that, Evans already displayed advanced scoring ability on the offensive end and a defensive work rate that championship teams need from their point guard. From a raw talent standpoint, he's the complete package, which is why he was given the 5-star distinction.

In terms of taking his game to the next level it starts with continuing to add variety on the offensive end. He likes to attack the rim to score or dish out to open shooters, but learning to score consistently against elite interior defenders will be a learning process.

He also figures to add some bulk to his frame. At 6'0'' and 165 pounds, he doesn't have great length. So he'll have to add some strength in order to play with the same level of ferociousness on both ends of the floor. Oklahoma State will hope he can do that without sacrificing any quickness.

All told, the outlook is very bright for Evans. Cowboys fans will hope his arrival helps spark a recruiting boost in the months ahead.