In Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball, players must adjust to new teammates every week. Each week, the league’s top four players become captains and draft their teams, creating a constantly shifting dynamic. While this structure can be challenging, it also offers an exhilarating opportunity to learn and grow alongside new teammates. Beyond adjusting to new rosters, players must also adapt to different playing styles—something guard Lexie Brown knows all too well.
“You have a team run by a post player, and you have another run by a guard. Naturally, they think about the game differently,” Brown explained.
During the season’s first week, Brown played on a team captained by forward/center Izzy Harrison. The following week, she was drafted to a team led by guard Ty Harris, which meant an entirely different offensive approach. However, her goal remained the same: to contribute in whatever way was needed for success.
“I just want to do anything I need to do to help the team win,” Brown said. “When I was on Izzy’s team, they needed me to look for my outside shot a little bit more. On this team, I needed to be more creative—creating shots for myself and my teammates.”
Brown, like many other AU Pro Basketball players, must constantly shift roles throughout the season. Some weeks, she may be the focal point of the offense. Other times, she might take on the role of facilitator, defender, or even sacrifice playing time for the greater good of the team. Such is the nature of AU Pro Basketball, where success hinges on a player’s ability to adapt.
Ultimately, the key to thriving in the league is playing smart, cohesive basketball and understanding the strengths of those around you. From Week 1 to Week 2, Brown embraced that mentality, proving her adaptability.
With just a couple of weeks left in the season, Brown currently sits in fifth place on the leaderboard. As the competition intensifies, it will be fascinating to see how she and her fellow players navigate the ever-changing game of skill, strategy, and flexibility.
