Keldon Johnson has provided scoring punch for Kentucky all season long and remains the best long-term NBA prospect on the team.
Position: SG | From: Kentucky | Class/YOB: Freshman |
Height: 6’6 | Weight: 205 | Wingspan: 6’9 |
Strengths:
- Very good athlete. Possesses plus speed, quickness, and strength for a two guard. Often goes into college games as the best athlete on the court
- Slashes to the rim where he is a relentless finisher. Constantly looking to get touches in the paint, whether it be off straight-line drives, quick dribbling moves, or getting out in transition
- Has really progressed as a shooter throughout the season. He steps into jumpers from mid-range and three-point range, elevating into a one-motion shot. There have been multiple games where he led Kentucky in three-point shooting
- Brings high-energy. His physical gifts definitely help, but he has the chance to be a plus NBA defender because of how hard he plays. It’s almost contagious how he competes, though he isn’t always the impact defender he has the potential to become
- Should become a more creative scorer in time. Right now he has a raw handle, but when he keeps his dribble tight, he can get into his mid-range game and beat defenders with his athletic ability
Weaknesses:
- A little bit of an underdeveloped handle. Limited to primarily crossovers and hesitations right now. Will become a better isolation scorer as his ball-handling progresses
- Loves to push the pace and get going in transition, which leads to some quick shots and turnovers. He can be too excitable, which should be correctable as he mature
- Defensive focus needs to improve throughout the game. Can be a victim of ball-watching, leading to defensive breakdowns
- Has shot the ball well all year, but he’s not a high volume three shooter. To really maximize his potential, he will need to be able to consistently knock down those open looks from deep
Stats:
PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | TPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
13.7 | 5.7 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 1.7 | 47.3% | 39.6% | 70.5% |