Good news for Keon Johnsonwho signed up for the Summer League with a view to securing his spot in the NBA next season, and who has just been rewarded for his efforts. Drafted in 2021 by the Clippers, the 22-year-old point guard then spent nearly two years in Portland before trying his luck in Brooklyn via a “two-way contract” last season.
Back in the Summer League, he this time convinced the Nets management to give him another chance through a deal that was a little more secure for him. The two parties have indeed agreed on a two-year contract. Our colleague Michael Scotto specified that the contract is composed of a first partially guaranteed year while the second year is optional, to be activated by the New York franchise.
That's also what the Summer League is for, to get the rookies in the swing of things, and to see more seasoned young players looking for exposure again. For his part, Keon Johnson only needed three games (averaging 16.3 points, 4.8 rebounds and 5.8 assists) to convince the Nets' management and his Summer League coach, Steve Hetzel, whom he met in Portland.
“I love Keon. I’ve known him for a while. I’ve been impressed with his growth as a person and a player. And I love that he can show all the things he’s worked on and all the time he’s put in the gym to get to this point.”he said in light of Keon Johnson's promising performance.
