DeWayne Brown II surprised Rick Barnes last season. Now, the Tennessee basketball coach expects his sophomore forward to take the next step.

SEC basketball media day: Expectations detailed for Tennessee forward DeWayne Brown II

University of Tennessee sophomore forward DeWayne Brown II will serve as the vice chair of the 2026-27 SEC Men's Basketball Leadership Council, as announced Friday morning by the conference office.

Tennessee men's basketball's roster is loaded with veterans from the transfer portal and incoming freshmen. DeWayne Brown II became vocal as the only experienced returner.