Louisville basketball lands a key piece at point guard in Washington transfer Koren Johnson, the reigning Pac-12 6th-man of the year.
Louisville basketball and Pat Kelsey just reeled in a massive piece in the 2024 transfer class.
Koren Johnson, the 2023-24 Pac-12 6th-man of the year is headed to the 502.
Johnson is a 6’2 rangy combo guard who averaged 11.1 points, 2.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.2 steals and shot 37% from three this season.
Here is our man Jake Hook’s breakdown of Johnson’s game:
“Electric speed and quickness with the ball. Helps him get to the rim easily and makes him a huge threat in transition.
With that speed, comes a little volatility. Had nearly a 2-to-1 assist-to-turnover ratio but plays out of control at times, and that can lead to some turnovers or bad shots.
Really solid passer. Gets past perimeter defenders with ease and is as much of a threat to score as he is to pass.
His combination of quickness and arm length makes him a great on-ball defender. He does a good job of keeping his man in front of him, and he’s always a threat to pick a players pocket.
Really nice three-point shooter, especially off the catch. Does a good job of moving off of the ball to get open.
Savir Wheeler played a lot for UW last season, so Johnson was playing as a two-guard mainly, but I think he has the handles, quickness, and passing ability to be a score first point guard.
EVERYWHERE on the defensive end. He’s always looking to get a quick steal if someone penetrates near him, and he’s always flying around trying to get a defensive rebound or loose ball.”
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What does this mean for Louisville basketball?
Well, the Cards now have a primary ball handler, to start.
Louisville had brought in guys who did a lot of things well thus far, but not one who specializes in facilitating.
Johnson is a guy who wants the ball in his hands and will thrive in a multifaceted role creating for playmakers around him.
Louisville basketball also has another top-tier defender who is a menace on the ball.
Johnson has two years of eligibility remaining.
Here’s a look at the current depth chart.
