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5 Takeaways from Texas Basketball Win vs Incarnate Word

By Tyler Brett

Nov 11, 2016; Austin, TX, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Shaka Smart reacts against the Incarnate Word Cardinals during the second half at the Frank Erwin Special Events Center. The Longhorns won 78-73. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Maloney-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 11, 2016; Austin, TX, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Shaka Smart reacts against the Incarnate Word Cardinals during the second half at the Frank Erwin Special Events Center. The Longhorns won 78-73. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Maloney-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 30, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; McDonald’s All-American West center Jarrett Allen (31) dunks during the McDonald’s High School All-American Game at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 30, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; McDonald’s All-American West center Jarrett Allen (31) dunks during the McDonald’s High School All-American Game at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

Texas landed a star on the recruiting trail when they signed Jarrett Allen. In his college debut, Allen lived up to the hype. In 36 minutes, the freshman phenom posted a double-double, recording 16 points and 12 rebounds and jump-starting his rise to stardom in Austin.

The Austin-native came to Texas with high expectations. He was the top recruit in Smart’s highly touted recruiting class and figured to have lottery-pick talent. In Smart’s system, Allen is a natural fit and is finding quick success. This should lead to big things for the Texas big man moving forward.

There is a void of star-power in the Big 12 this season with so many high-profile players moving on from last season. If this game were any indication, Allen is ready to step into that spotlight and show the world what he can do. While this is great for Texas this season, it might shorten how long the Horns get to enjoy Allen’s talents before he takes off to the NBA.

Texas’ success this season hinged on young players stepping up and leading the way. Allen, in particular, was going to get a major share of the responsibility for this team. He responded in a major way in the season opener and have Texas fans excited to see what he can do the rest of the way.

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