Tavari Johnson

Created on 5/31/26.  Written by Alan Lu.

Height: 6-0
Weight: 160
College: Akron
Classification: Senior
Birthdate: 11/4/2003

Projected Draft Range: Likely Undrafted

Pros:

Solid scorer off the dribble
Fairly solid shooter
Terrific free throw shooter
Decent playmaker

Cons:

Lacks an elite first step off the dribble
Can be undisciplined defensively
Not an elite athlete
Limited experience against top competiton
Undersized for his position

Summary:

Tavari Johnson is a mobile, skilled point guard that played at Akron in college basketball. He is an offensively skilled playmaker that has a crafty pump fake that can enable him to easily get his shot off. He is a bit undersized for his position, but his ability to knock down shots and run the point could enable him to make his way to the NBA someday.

Links:
RealGM Profile
YouTube’s Highlights of the 11/16/25 Akron-Purdue Game via FOX Sports

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Side Note: Based on Akron Zips Men’s Basketball’s Facebook post, Tavari Johnson’s birthday is believed to to be on November 4th.

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