Player Focus: Johnny Nelson (Class Of ’21) 6-1 Guard – Rapides High School (Lecompte, LA)

Published by Clifton Dixon
January 24, 2021

Johnny Nelson (Class Of ’21) is a 6-1 Guard from Rapides High School in Lecompte, LA

Nelson’s recruitment status is currently un-committed.  This young man has improved/expanded his game every year in multiple areas and has definitely shown that he has the work ethic and skill set to play at the next level.  Nelson is probably one of the most under the radar players in Louisiana.  With his great work ethic and blue collar mentality, Nelson will definitely be a steal for any program that gives him the opportunity.

 

Johnny Nelson (Class Of ’21) 6-1 Guard – Rapides High School (Lecompte, LA)

Player Film:

 

*Defends at a high level

*A versatile defender that can defend on the block/in the post and step out and defend on the perimeter

*Never stops competing.  A high level competitor

*Makes timely, clutch plays on both ends

*Has the playmaking ability of a guard (Plays forward on the high school level, but projects to play the guard position on the next level

*A solid mid-range scorer

*Excellent ball handler

*Makes great plays with his excellent passing ability

*Rebounds the ball well (Averages close to 10 rebounds per game on the season)

*A fearless, tough, blue collar player

*Shoots the ball well from the perimeter

*Finishes well in transition and around the rim

*A smart player with good court vision

*Makes smart plays on defensive end (does not gamble)

*Possesses excellent length and athleticism

*Excellent foot-work in the post

*Does a solid job of attacking the basket and creating contact.

*Finishes well through contact

*Excellent body strength

*A high character individual with a great attitude and the constant will to put the work in to improve his game