Keshad Johnson

About

Professional basketball player known for playing as a forward for the Miami Heat in the NBA along with having played for San Diego State University, the University of Arizona, and the Sioux Falls Skyforce.

Before fame

He attended Envision Academy before transferring to San Leandro High School where he developed into a college-level basketball prospect. He began his collegiate career at San Diego State University in 2019. He helped lead the Arizona Aztecs to the Final Four and national championship game during the 2022-23 season. He transferred to the University of Arizona for the 2023-24 season where he had a breakout year. He went undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft but quickly signed a two-way contract with the Miami Heat in July 2024 before earning a standard NBA contract later that year while also playing for the Sioux Falls Skyforce in the NBA G League.

Trivia

He earned Pac-12 All-Defensive Team Honorable Mention and was named a semifinalist for the Karl Malone Award during the 2023-24 season at Arizona. He won the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest during All-Star Weekend.

Family life

He was born and raised in Oakland, California. He wears No. 16 in honor of his brother who also wore the number 16 while playing.

Associated with

He has played alongside Bam Adebayo as a member of the Miami Heat. He played with Caleb Love at the University of Arizona during the 2023-24 season.