Hoops class overview
Columbia (Tenn.) State Community College three-star shooting guard T.J. Dunans is expected to contribute immediately at Auburn next season.
The Tigers certainly will need him. They'll need his size (6-foot-5 and 185 pounds). They'll need his experience.
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It's why he was such an important part of Auburn's 2015 recruiting class.
"Losing four senior guards this year, obviously it was important that we brought in really good guards in this recruiting class," Auburn coach Bruce Pearl said. "In T.J.'s case, because he is a junior college player, he has some experience."
Dunas, a longtime Auburn commitment, signed his Letter of Intent with Auburn on Wednesday.
"T.J. is a gifted scorer and he has the ability to create for himself and others," Pearl said. "He can play above the rim. He has a really high upside. When his motor runs hot, he is a really tough cover."
As a freshman last season at Columbia State, Dunans averaged 22.5 points, 8.2 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game. He was named the 2014-15 Sporting News Preseason JUCO Player of the Year.
Dunans, who attended MLK High in Atlanta, Ga., will have two years of eligibility at Auburn.
Dunans is the third player to sign with Auburn since the early signing period began Wednesday. It ends Nov. 19.