The American forward (25, 2.06) who last played in the NBA has signed a one year deal with the yellows. Coach Spahija: “A great addition for our team”
Johnny is a physical player who can play both in the 4&5 positions, has a great post up game and can also score with his face to the basket. He’s a great rebounder that can also make shots from distance and mid range. His dunks will definitely get everyone going at the Menora.
“Johnny is a great addition for our team” said Coach Spahija to Maccabi’s official website. “He has experience in the NBA and he will a key role in the roster. I hope that together with him we’ll make another jump this season. He’s a hard worker and a great man”.
After being drafted at number 36 in the 2014 draft, Johnny played for two years with the Milwaukee Bucks. Before moving to Charlotte, O’Braynt also played for the Denver Nuggets and for the North Arizona Suns of the G-League where he averaged 18.4P and 8.8R giving him a spot in the All Star game.
Born in Cleveland Mississippi, Johnny O’Braynt who’s also known as JOB is a LSU alumni. In his senior year in the NCAA he averaged 15.4P and 7.7R. As a high school player Johnny was an All- American and he played for the USA youth team that has won the Americas Championship in 2009 and the world championship in 2010.
