Orlando Vincent Johnson (born March 11, 1989) is an American professional

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player for

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of the

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(LUB). He played college basketball for Loyola Marymount and

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College career

Johnson, a 6'5 shooting guard from

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in Salinas, California, first played collegiately at Loyola Marymount. As a freshman in the 2007–08 season, Johnson averaged 12.4 points and 4.9 rebounds per game, leading the Lions in both categories. Following a coaching change at LMU, Johnson transferred to

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. After sitting out the 2008–09 season per

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transfer rules, Johnson made an instant impact in the Big West Conference for the Gauchos, averaging 18 points and 5.9 rebounds per game. Johnson also led the Gauchos to the 2010 Big West Conference men's basketball tournament title and an NCAA appearance. Following the season, he was named the Big West conference player of the year and an honorable mention All-American by the

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. As a junior in

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, Johnson averaged 21.1 points and 6.2 rebounds per game and was again named first team All-Big West. He also led the Gauchos to another conference tournament title and NCAA tournament appearance, again earning Big West tournament MVP honors. Following his junior season, Johnson declared himself eligible for the 2011 NBA draft, but opted to return to UCSB for his senior season. Prior to the start of his senior season, Johnson was named to the preseason watch lists for the

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, and the

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Professional career

Indiana Pacers (2012–2014)

Johnson was selected with the 36th overall pick in the

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by the

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. He was immediately traded to the Indiana Pacers. On July 12, 2012, he signed a multi-year deal with the Pacers. On March 23, 2013, he scored a season-high 15 points in a win over the

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. During his rookie season, he had multiple assignments with the

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of the NBA Development League. On February 6, 2014, he was reassigned to the Mad Ants. On February 13, 2014, he was recalled by the Pacers. On February 20, 2014, he was waived by the Pacers.

Sacramento Kings (2014)

On February 26, 2014, Johnson signed a 10-day contract with the

. On March 8, 2014, he signed a second 10-day contract with the Kings. On March 18, 2014, the Kings did not offer him a rest of season contract.

Laboral Kutxa Vitoria (2014)

On August 14, 2014, Johnson signed a one-year deal with the Spanish team Laboral Kutxa Vitoria. On October 28, 2014, he was released by Laboral after appearing in just six games.

Austin Spurs (2014–2015)

On December 3, 2014, he was acquired by the

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of the NBA Development League.

Barangay Ginebra San Miguel (2015)

On April 29, 2015, Johnson signed with

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of the

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. In 12 games for Barangay, he averaged 33.7 points and 11.3 rebounds per game.

Austin Spurs (2015–2016)

On October 30, 2015, Johnson was reacquired by the Austin Spurs. On January 29, 2016, he was named in the West All-Star team for the 2016

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Return to the NBA (2016)

On February 5, 2016, Johnson signed a 10-day contract with the Phoenix Suns. He made his debut for the Suns the following day, recording seven points, one rebound and one steal in 19 minutes of action against the

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. On February 10, he recorded 9 points, a career-high 8 rebounds and a career-high 3 blocks in a loss to the Golden State Warriors. On February 15, the Suns did not renew his contract, making him a free agent. Five days later, Johnson returned to the Austin Spurs, recording 17 points, eight rebounds, six assists and three steals in 43 minutes that night against the

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in a 96–94 win. On March 9, 2016, Johnson signed a 10-day contract with the New Orleans Pelicans to help the team deal with numerous injuries. New Orleans had to use an NBA hardship exemption in order to sign him as he made their roster stand at 16, one over the allowed limited of 15. That night, he made his debut for the Pelicans in a 122–113 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, recording five points and three rebounds in 20 minutes as a starter. On March 20, the Pelicans did not renew his contract, making him a free agent. The next day, he returned to Austin.

Guangxi Rhino (2016)

In July 2016, Johnson joined the Guangxi Rhino of the Chinese National Basketball League. He helped the team reach the quarter-final round of the league but fell short of advancing to the semi-final stage after losing to Henan Roaring Elephants. In six games for Guangxi, he averaged 36.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.2 steals per game.

UNICS Kazan (2016–2017)

On September 8, 2016, Johnson signed with the

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, but was waived on October 22 after appearing in five preseason games. On November 1, he signed a three-month deal with the Russian team

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Austin Spurs (2017)

On March 2, 2017, Johnson was acquired by the

of the NBA Development League, returning to the franchise for a third stint.

Al Riyadi Beirut (2017)

On April 8, 2017, Johnson signed with

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of the

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Igokea (2018)

On September 18, 2018, Johnson signed with Igokea of the Bosnian League. He had 18 points and 5 assists in his debut in the ABA Super Cup. Johnson was cut on October 6, 2018, after not recovering from a knee injury.

Pauian (2019)

On January 3, 2019, Johnson was reported to be added to roster of the Pauian of the

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(SBL). On January 4, Johnson made his debut for the Pauian and scored 28 points with five rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block in an 87–73 win over the

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Avtodor Saratov (2019–2020)

On August 19, 2019, Johnson signed with Avtodor Saratov of the

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Brisbane Bullets (2020–2021)

On November 16, 2020, Johnson signed with the

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of the Australian National Basketball League (NBL). He was released by the Bullets on March 17, 2021.

San Miguel Beermen (2022)

On December 30, 2021, Johnson signed with the San Miguel Beermen of the

(PBA).

NBA career statistics

Regular season

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Playoffs

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National team career

Following his junior season at UCSB, Johnson was chosen to represent the United States as a member of

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at the 2011 World University Games in

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, China. He played in all eight matches of the tournament, averaging 7.3 points and 3.9 rebounds per game as the team finished 7–1.

Personal life

Johnson's mother was murdered when he was one year old, and the grandmother who took him in watched her house burn down six years later. Four more of Johnson's family members perished in that blaze, and his grandmother died when he was 11. Johnson's two older brothers raised him afterwards and ensured that Johnson graduated from college.

References

External links

College career

Professional career

Indiana Pacers (2012–2014)

Sacramento Kings (2014)

Laboral Kutxa Vitoria (2014)

Austin Spurs (2014–2015)

Barangay Ginebra San Miguel (2015)

Austin Spurs (2015–2016)

Return to the NBA (2016)

Guangxi Rhino (2016)

UNICS Kazan (2016–2017)

Austin Spurs (2017)

Al Riyadi Beirut (2017)

Igokea (2018)

Pauian (2019)

Avtodor Saratov (2019–2020)

Brisbane Bullets (2020–2021)

San Miguel Beermen (2022)

NBA career statistics

Regular season

Playoffs

National team career

Personal life

See also

References

External links