Baylor Lands Elite Shooter Brett Decker Jr. for 2026-27 Season

Liberty transfer's commitment bolsters Bears' perimeter attack and takes pressure off other scorers

Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:05am

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A cubist-style painting depicting a basketball player in the act of shooting, with their body and the ball broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in vibrant colors like blue, orange, and purple, conveying the dynamic energy of the sport.Decker's elite 3-point shooting ability will be a key asset for Baylor next season, opening up the floor for the Bears' offense.Houston Today

Baylor men's basketball has landed a major commitment from Liberty guard Brett Decker Jr., who was one of the nation's top 3-point shooters last season at 47% from deep. Decker's elite shooting ability will provide a much-needed boost to the Bears' perimeter game and take pressure off other key scorers like Isaac Williams IV and JJ White.

Why it matters

Decker's commitment is a significant win for Baylor, as the sharpshooter was being recruited by several other top programs including Texas Tech, Louisville, and Kentucky. His arrival should help the Bears improve their 3-point shooting and spacing, which were areas of concern last season despite the team's overall success.

The details

Decker was ranked second in the nation in 3-point percentage among qualified shooters last season at 47%. He will bring instant value to Baylor with his elite shooting ability, quick release, and high basketball IQ. The Liberty transfer is expected to step in as a starting shooting guard and provide a consistent scoring threat from the perimeter, which should open up driving lanes for the Bears' other guards.

  • Decker's commitment was announced on Saturday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Brett Decker Jr.

A sharpshooting guard who transferred from Liberty University, where he was one of the nation's top 3-point shooters last season at 47% from deep.

Isaac Williams IV

A key returning guard for Baylor who will benefit from having Decker as a perimeter threat to take pressure off him as a scorer.

JJ White

Another Baylor guard who will see his job made easier by the addition of Decker's elite shooting ability.

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What they’re saying

“Shooters shoot" and that's exactly what Brett Decker Jr. does at an elite level. His commitment is a major win for Baylor that will pay dividends next season.”

— Reggie Miller, Hall of Fame NBA Player

What’s next

Baylor fans will be eager to see how Decker's shooting ability translates to the Big 12 conference, and whether he can provide a similar spark to what MaCio Teague did for the Bears' 2021 national championship team.

The takeaway

Decker's commitment is a major coup for Baylor that should significantly boost their perimeter shooting and offensive firepower next season. His arrival takes pressure off other key scorers and gives the Bears a true marksman to space the floor and open up driving lanes.