The Wolfpacker: An Independent Magazine Covering NC State Sports
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68 ■ THE WOLFPACKER BASKETBALL PREVIEW 2016-17 ■ Markell Johnson 11 • G Fr. • Cleveland • 6-1 • 164 Analysis: Johnson, like his sophomore teammate Maverick Rowan, graduated early from high school, and he will try to make the successful leap to college basketball this fall. He is reputedly a great athlete for his size and is noted for his penetrating abilities. He will provide valuable depth in the backcourt. Career Highlights: Was a consensus four-star recruit coming out of East Tech High in Cleveland … Averaged 31.6 points, 7.4 rebounds and 3.5 steals per game last season … Was named the Cleveland.com Boys Basket - ball Player of the Year, All-Ohio Player of the Year in Division 1 and Associated Press Northeast Lakes All-District Player of the Year in District 2 … Led East Tech to its first state semi- final since 1972 during his fresh- man season by scoring 27 points and hitting the game-winner at the buzzer in overtime. Coach's Corner: "This is a whole new world for him. I think he has done a pretty good job, and he needs to have a good year this year. Next year, he should be in a great position." — Mark Gottfried Personal: Sports management major. Ten Questions With Markell Johnson What is your hidden talent? Playing baseball. What sports icon would you like to have dinner with? Allen Iverson. If you weren't wearing No. 11, what number would you want? 5. What's your dream car? BMW i8. Who is the best dunker on the team? Dennis [Smith Jr.]. How many pair of shoes do you think you currently have? Over 20; a lot. What's your favorite city you have ever visited? My city, Cleveland. Down one in the national title game with one second left and two free throws, who on the team do you want taking the shots? Me, Dennis or Maverick [Rowan]. How would you describe your personality in one word? There isn't one word for my personality. Who is the best bowler on the team? I take bowling as my P.E. class. PHOTO BY KEN MARTIN