Pelle Larsson and Keshad Johnson led the Miami Heat to a 93-79 victory over the Warriors in summer league, showcasing their energy and potential, as the team prepares for the Las Vegas NBA Summer League.
Arizona's head coach Tommy Lloyd and players Keshad Johnson and Caleb Love reflect on their victory over Michigan State, highlighting the team's ability to perform well in big games and their composure in close situations. Lloyd praises the players' contributions and emphasizes the importance of fundamentals and offensive rebounding. Johnson and Love discuss their trust in the coach's game plan and the team's strong bond. The players also mention the need to adjust to opponents' strategies and the importance of starting strong in games.
Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd praised Southern's effort and energy in their win, acknowledged the team's slow start, and highlighted the importance of defense. He commended Keshad Johnson's scoring ability and effort, expressed confidence in Caleb Love's progress, and emphasized the team's balanced scoring. Lloyd also discussed the challenges of adjusting to turnover-seeking opponents and the value of giving playing time to reserves. Players Filip Borovicanin and Pelle Larsson shared their thoughts on the team's performance, the impact of Johnson's play, and the team's focus on continuous improvement.
San Diego State transfer Keshad Johnson has committed to play basketball for Arizona, choosing the Wildcats over Kentucky. Johnson, a 6-foot-7 forward, averaged 7.7 points and 5.0 rebounds per game for the Aztecs last season. He joins Arizona as a grad transfer with Final Four experience. Johnson is Arizona's fourth reported addition to the 2023-24 roster in the last four weeks, and the Wildcats now have five incoming scholarship players.