Four-Star 2027 Guard Jalen Brown Impressed by Iowa Basketball

The Hawkeyes have offered the Wisconsin prospect, who likes their style of play.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

Iowa head coach Ben McCollum and assistant coach Josh Sash have offered 2027 four-star combo guard Jalen Brown from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Brown, who is averaging over 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists per game this season, says Iowa has been in regular contact with him for a couple of months and he's impressed by how the Hawkeyes utilize their guards.

Why it matters

Landing top talent like Jalen Brown is crucial for Iowa as they look to build on their recent success and compete for Big Ten titles. Brown is a highly-touted prospect who could be a key piece for the Hawkeyes' future backcourt.

The details

Iowa offered the 2027 four-star combo guard Jalen Brown earlier this week. Brown, who plays for Wauwatosa West High School in Wisconsin, is currently averaging 21.9 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game while shooting 47.2% from the field and 41.3% from three-point range. Iowa has been in regular contact with Brown for a couple of months, checking in on him and his games.

  • Iowa offered Jalen Brown earlier this week.
  • Brown is currently in the 2027 recruiting class.

The players

Ben McCollum

The head coach of the Iowa basketball team.

Josh Sash

An assistant coach for the Iowa basketball team.

Jalen Brown

A four-star combo guard in the 2027 recruiting class from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.

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What they’re saying

“It's been going on for a couple of months now. They've been texting me, checking in on me all the time, wishing me good luck before every game, and checking in on how the games went. They've been watching a lot of my games.”

— Jalen Brown, Four-star 2027 combo guard (247Sports)

The takeaway

Iowa's recruitment of Jalen Brown shows their commitment to building a strong backcourt for the future. Brown's impressive stats and interest in the Hawkeyes' style of play make him a prime target, and landing him could be a major boost for the program.