Louisville’s Jaylen Johnson to hire agent, pursue pro career

Posted Apr 24, 2017
Louisville center Jaylen Johnson’s college career is over, as he will sign with an agent and remain in the NBA Draft. “After a lengthy conversation with Coach P I have decided to hire an agent and forego my senior year,” said Johnson. “I will miss my teammates and coaches, but it is really important that I help out my mom and family." As a junior, the 6-foot-8 Johnson averaged 8.0 points and 5.8 rebounds. (NBC Sports)

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