The 2021 NBA Draft is scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 29th in Brooklyn. As that date continues to draw closer, the hype surrounding the incoming rookie class will only intensify. Draft night always marks an evening of newfound hope for the future. Franchise goals can range from rounding out a contending roster to drafting a cornerstone player for the future. Among the highly-touted prospects in this year’s NBA Draft is guard Keon Johnson out of Tennessee.
The following is a complete Keon Johnson NBA Draft profile, including stats, highlights and a mock projection.
Keon Johnson Draft Profile, Stats, Highlights and Projection
Keon Johnson
Position: Shooting Guard
Height: 6’5”
Weight: 186 lbs.
Age: 19
College: Tennessee Volunteers
Keon Johnson 2020-21 Stats
- Games Played: 27
- Points: 11.3
- Rebounds: 3.5
- Assists: 2.5
- Field Goal Percentage: 44.9%
- 3-Point Field Goal Percentage: 27.1%
- Free Throw Percentage: 70.3%
- Steals: 1.1
- Blocks: 0.4
- Turnovers: 2.6
Keon Johnson Highlights
Keon Johnson Draft Profile
Strengths
Keon Johnson brings a boatload of athleticism and a solid frame with him from the college ranks. He has all the tools NBA teams look for. With some fine-tuning of his skills, he figures to live up to lottery pick potential. He isn’t afraid to get after it in the paint, playing physical defense and fighting for rebounds. Johnson also has shown an ability to run the point on offense. He has a great burst on his dribble-drive and explodes to finish at the rim. Johnson was a defensive standout at Tennessee. He does everything from lockdown his man to jump passing lanes and create havoc with his quick hands.
Weaknesses
While the raw skills and athleticism are there, Johnson is one of the least polished prospects projected to go in the mid-to-upper First Round of the NBA Draft. He primarily drove to the right in college and will need to work on going left more as well as his ball-handling skills in general. Outside shooting is currently not a part of his game, but Johnson has a shooting stroke capable of being developed. He will also need to improve as a playmaker.
Pro Comparison
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Keon Johnson Draft Projection
All 2021 NBA Draft projections are taken from the latest Bleacher Report mock draft by Jonathan Wasserman.
Keon Johnson is currently projected to be drafted by the New Orleans Pelicans at No. 10 overall.
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