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Indiana Basketball: Breaking down the 2019 Recruiting Class

By Zacarias Olvera

MARIETTA, GA - MARCH 25: (L-R) Wendell Moore Jr., Isaiah Stewart, Trayce Jackson-Davis, and Matthew Hurt pose during the 2019 Powerade Jam Fest on March 25, 2019 in Marietta, Georgia. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images for Powerade)
MARIETTA, GA - MARCH 25: (L-R) Wendell Moore Jr., Isaiah Stewart, Trayce Jackson-Davis, and Matthew Hurt pose during the 2019 Powerade Jam Fest on March 25, 2019 in Marietta, Georgia. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images for Powerade) /
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BLOOMINGTON, IN – JANUARY 14: A rack of balls at the Indiana Hoosiers games against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Assembly Hall on January 14, 2019 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
BLOOMINGTON, IN – JANUARY 14: A rack of balls at the Indiana Hoosiers games against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Assembly Hall on January 14, 2019 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

Armaan Franklin

A 6-foot-4 shooting guard out of Indianapolis, Indiana and a product of Cathedral High School, Franklin had a successful high school and AAU career that saw him come second in the Indiana Mr. Basketball race, behind future teammate Trayce Jackson-Davis.

Franklin, who is regarded as a four-star prospect by 247Sports, had a productive senior season as he averaged 23.5 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 2.3 steals per game.

With his ideal size as a shooting guard and being a versatile defender, head coach Archie Miller brings in a player who could guard both guard positions in the Big Ten. His versatility is something that will be valued by Indiana after losing one the nation’s best freshmen in Romeo Langford.

His offensive productivity will be key as he can bring in a scoring punch from anywhere on the court, from his outside shooting to his skilled finishes in the paint. His ability to knock down outside shots consistently will be crucial for off the bench for Indiana.

As a high character individual, Franklin brings in intangibles such as leadership and good work ethic, which are not always associated with an incoming basketball recruit. There characteristics will serve him well as he continues to develop his game in Indiana.

With Archie Miller’s offense set up for versatile guards, Franklin’s ability to guard and play multiple positions is something that will allow him to see the court immediately as a freshman, playing a big role for Indiana.

One area of improvement will need to come from his ability to set up his teammates. As a shooting guard who may see some time at the point guard position, He will need to work on his ability to create plays for his teammates, which would require work on his court vision.

Another area that will need some improvement will be his outside shooting. While he is already regarded as a solid shooter, he will need to work to continue his shooting development to make his shooting transition to the next level smoother.

In the end, expect Armaan Franklin to compete for a role off the bench his freshman year.

His shooting and defensive versatility could be areas that push him over the top and receive solid minutes from Archie Miller.

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