KEDRIAN JOHNSON NEWS

Career-high 27 points in loss Johnson registered 27 points (8-13 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 7-7 FT), one assist and one steal over 31 minutes during Thursday's 67-65 loss to Maryland.

Impact Johnson did all he could to will his team to a win against a more talented Maryland squad. West Virginia was able to battle and keep in close thanks to their physical defense, but they just couldn't get Johnson enough help on offense to advance in the Round of 64. Johnson took a big step this season going from averaging 5.3 points and 1.7 assists as a sophomore to 11.2 points and 3.2 assists as a junior. If he chooses to return to WVU next year, Johnson will certainly be one to keep an eye on in fantasy leagues that include the Big 12.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kedrian Johnson, West Virginia too much for Texas Tech Kedrian Johnson scored a game-high 20 points to lead eighth-seeded West Virginia to a 78-62 win over ninth-seeded Texas Tech in the first ro...

MARCH 9, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Thrives at FT line in big win Johnson registered 23 points (4-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 14-15 FT), three rebounds, six assists, one block and six steals in 36 minutes during Saturday's 89-81 victory over Kansas State.

Impact Johnson accumulated a season high in points thanks to his massive outing from the free-throw line. This also helped make up for his paltry shooting performance from the field. However, Johnson continued to contribute on the defensive end with a season high in steals and one of his best outings as a passer with six assists. Johnson finished the final five games of the regular season averaging 15.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 3.0 steals per game.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs new 20-point outing in loss Johnson chipped in 20 points (8-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, four assists and two steals across 35 minutes during Saturday's 78-72 loss to Texas Tech.

Impact Johnson was coming off a recent rough stretch of scoring, totaling just nine points on 3-of-14 shooting across the previous two games. However, he was able to break this slump by scoring 20 or more points for the fourth time this season. All four of these outings have come across the Mountaineers' past 10 outings. While Johnson has been extremely hit-or-miss during this stretch -- finishing in single digits five times -- he's still netted 17.8 points per game across the Red Raiders' six home games since mid-January. He'll look to post another performance at home Monday versus Oklahoma State.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks double-digit points Johnson ended Saturday's 93-61 win over Oklahoma with 16 points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, three assists and two steals in 33 minutes.

Impact Johnson scored in double figures for the first time in the past four West Virginia games. The senior guard had taken a very moderate 3.3 field-goal attempts per contest over the previous three games, but he reprised his usual scoring role Saturday by logging almost his exact average for field-goal attempts per game (6.7). Johnson has also averaged 5.1 free-throw attempts per game while shooting 83.2 percent from the charity stripe, which provides a solid floor to his largely consistent scoring average this season (10.1).

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

West Virginia faces Texas Tech following Johnson's 22-point outing

West Virginia visits the Texas Tech Red Raiders after Kedrian Johnson scored 22 points in the Mountaineers' 69-61 loss to the Texas Longhorns

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Johnson and West Virginia host Texas Tech

West Virginia takes on the Texas Tech Red Raiders after Kedrian Johnson scored 22 points in the Mountaineers' 69-61 loss to the Texas Longhorns

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Posts back-to-back Johnson amassed 22 points (6-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 7-11 FT), one rebound, one assist and two steals over 32 minutes during Saturday's 69-61 loss to Texas.

Impact Johnson followed up his 20-point performance against TCU on Wednesday with a new season high in points Saturday. Even though the 6-foot-3 guard has converted just 34 percent of his 8.3 field-goal attempts per game over the last six contests, he's still averaged 13.0 points over this span thanks to his 7.8 free-throw tries. Johnson's ability to get to the line should continue to make him a consistent scoring threat moving forward.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No. 7 Texas hosts Johnson and West Virginia

West Virginia hosts the No. 7 Texas Longhorns after Kedrian Johnson scored 20 points in West Virginia's 74-65 win over the TCU Horned Frogs

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lives at the charity stripe Johnson recorded 10 points (1-7 FG, 0-4 FT, 8-8) and six assists in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 83-78 loss to Baylor.

Impact Johnson started and played 30 minutes in his return to the lineup after missing the previous game with a concussion. However, he fouled in West Virginia's narrow loss. While Johnson was inefficient from the field, his frequent trips to the free-throw line helped him score double-digit points.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seen warming up Johnson (concussion) was seen warming up ahead of West Virginia's matchup with Baylor, Blue Gold News reports.

Impact Johnson missed West Virginia's last contest with a concussion, but started every game prior for the Mountaineers. The point guard looks good to go for Wednesday night against Baylor. The senior is putting up 9.1 points, 2.4 rebound and 3.4 assists on the season thus far.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Wednesday Johnson (concussion) is a game-time decision before West Virginia's game Wednesday versus Baylor, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Johnson may play and prevent a multi-game absence Wednesday. But considering how bad his injury could be, fantasy managers should deem him doubtful more than probable or questionable. Joe Toussaint is expected to be part of West Virginia's starting lineup again Wednesday.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with concussion Coach Bob Huggins announced Johnson has a concussion and won't be available for Saturday's game against Kansas, Bob Hertzel of The Clarksburg Exponent Telegram reports.

Impact Johnson apparently suffered the concussion during Monday's matchup with Oklahoma State, a game in which he had just four points (0-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), one rebound and one assist in 33 minutes. Joe Toussaint and Seth Wilson should see more run in Johnson's absence, with Toussaint likely to operate as the primary point guard.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kedrian Johnson putting together his best season after growing into a complete point guard - Dominion Post MORGANTOWN -- After taking a hard fall directly on his hip against Buffalo, Kedrian Johnson needed an extra second, or two, to get back on h...

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • DOMINIONPOST.COM

Johnson scores 17 to help West Virginia beat UAB 81-70

Kedrian Johnson scored 17 points, Emmitt Matthews Jr. added 16 — including four 3-pointers — and nine rebounds and West Virginia beat UAB 81-70 to snap the Blazers’ six-game win st...

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Slightly more efficient in loss Johnson finished Saturday's 84-74 loss to Xavier with six points (3-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, four assists and two steals in 19 minutes.

Impact Johnson shot slightly above his season average while continuing to play a minimal scoring role for the Mountaineers. Through eight games in the 2022-23 campaign, the second-year starter has taken a 6.2-percent step back in his shooting efficiency while attempting 2.7 more field goals per contest compared to last season. Johnson now ranks fifth among West Virginia's starters in points (7.6) and minutes (20.4) per game this season. However, he has provided a solid defensive presence, leading the team with 1.9 steals per game. He'll look to improve upon this inefficient start to the season against Navy on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts at PG Friday Johnson started and logged 11 points (3-4 FG, 5-5 FT), two assists, a rebound and a steal across 18 minutes in Friday's 73-57 exhibition victory over Bowling Green.

Impact Johnson and Iowa transfer Joe Toussaint appear in line to share reps at point guard this season, but for now, coach Bob Huggins appears to be rolling with his incumbent starter. Toussaint did make an impact off the bench, however, as he logged four assists and zero turnovers, while Johnson had just two assists and three turnovers. Toussaint also saw more minutes and attempted more field goals, though Johnson was the more efficient offensive option. The presumed split could hurt the fantasy value of both players as Huggins looks to keep his guards fresh for the full-court press.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in return Johnson notched three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 FT), one rebound and one steal over seven minutes during Saturday's 82-81 loss to Texas.

Impact After unexpectedly sitting out last Wednesday with a hip injury, Johnson was once considered doubtful for Saturday before upgrading his status to a game-time decision. After participating in shootaround, Johnson was ultimately given the nod to enter the starting lineup, though he saw his lowest minutes total of the entire season. Malik Curry logged an exceptional effort in his stead, recording a season-best 27 points. With West Virginia at the bottom of the table with a 3-13 record in Big 12 play, it wouldn't be shocking to see them ride the hot hand instead of force an early return of a player not at 100 percent.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

in starting lineup Johnson (hip) will start Saturday's game against Texas.

Impact Johnson was deemed a game-time decision for the tilt but has apparently made enough progress with the hip to retake his spot in the starting unit. Kobe Johnson will slide back to the bench in a corresponding move, while Kedrian seems likely to handle a large workload like usual given his inclusion.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid line back in starting five Johnson logged 15 points (3-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 8-9 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals over 32 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 78-73 loss to Kansas State.

Impact Johnson made his return to the starting lineup after coming off the bench in the last two contests. He had possibly his best game of the season despite the loss, as Johnson was able to contribute in all categories. West Virginia will take on Kansas on Saturday next. Johnson will look to do better than he did in the first matchup against Kansas when he had just on steal on his stat line in 15 minutes.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Johnson will start Monday's game at Kansas State.

Impact Johnson came off the bench the past two contests but will rejoin the starting five after totaling seven points (2-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, one assists and three steals in 28 minutes off the bench. Kobe Johnson will revert to the bench in a corresponding move.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Tuesday Johnson won't start Tuesday's game against Iowa State.

Impact Johnson has started all 22 games for West Virginia this season, but he's out of the lineup for Tuesday's matchup with the Cyclones. He'll presumably be available off the bench since there hasn't been an injury announcement. Johnson has averaged 5.0 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.8 steals in 21.1 minutes this year.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Team-high 18 points in loss Johnson produced 18 points (5-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one assist and one steal in 24 minutes during Saturday's 77-68 loss to Arkansas.

Impact Johnson's 18 points were a career high and team high for the sophomore. Johnson has been mostly just a defensive specialist this season, as this is just his second game scoring in double figures despite starting every game. West Virginia will take on Baylor on Monday next.

JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid outing in win Johnson closed Saturday's 71-68 victory over Kansas State with 11 points (4-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 30 minutes.

Impact Johnson's 11 points actually marked a career high for the sophomore. Defense remains his main calling card. The 6-3 guard is now averaging 5.1 points, 2.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 2.1 steals per contest.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets to line eight times in win Johnson chipped in nine points (1-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-8 FT), one rebound, four assists, one block and two steals across 26 minutes during Saturday's 65-59 win over UAB.

Impact Johnson's nine points tied a season high. He only made one field goal, but was able to get to the free throw line eight times. Johnson has started all 11 games this season. Coach Bob Huggins loves his defense on the wing and because of it he will likely continue to player 20+ minutes per night.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE