Cam Johnson Among NBA Draft Picks Who Defied Their High School Recruiting Rankings

Posted Jun 21, 2019
Cameron Johnson’s road to Chapel Hill started as a three-star recruit who committed to Pittsburgh. Johnson spent three years with the Panthers before transferring to UNC, where he became a critical piece for two seasons. As a senior, Johnson averaged 17 points and shot 46% from three, turning himself into one of the biggest surprises of the lottery. (Sports Illustrated)

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