Deon Watson Jr.’s journey to the University of Idaho began more than two decades ago when his father joined the Vandal men’s basketball team.
The standout performance of Deon Watson Sr. at the collegiate level led to a career as a professional basketball player, allowing Deon Jr. and his family travel across Europe and South America.
“From what I remember, which was mostly Argentina, it was fun watching my dad play basketball,” Deon Jr. said. “I always wanted — not necessarily basketball — to play a sport professionally. Seeing my dad do that was pretty inspirational.”
Anna Watson said Deon Jr.