CHICAGO – The NCAA tournament served as a scouting opportunity for Brian Bowen.
The McDonald’s All-American small forward and Saginaw native still is undecided on his college future, so he used the tournament to evaluate the schools he is considering.
Bowen's final five includes Michigan State, his favorite team growing up and the alma mater of his cousin, former Spartans guard Jason Richardson.
“I’ve just been analyzing all the schools, watching the games and everything,” Bowen said at the United Center, which will host the prestigious McDonald’s All-American Game on Wednesday (7 p.m., ESPN). “In April I’m definitely making my decision, 100 percent.