Scouts and pundits have always been high on Jalen Johnson, but he never had the chance to showcase his potential at Duke. Luckily for the Atlanta Hawks, he dropped 20 spots in the historic 2021 NBA Draft, giving Trae Young his co-star for the future.
After showing flashes in his first four years, he has developed into a solidified star in year five. The 24-year-old has proven to be an athletic point forward, and he is now shooting 38.2% from three. With Young sidelined by injury, his usage has increased, and the Hawks have thrived under Johnson's leadership.