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Eddie Johnson Retired

Forward · Phoenix Suns · 6'8", 220 lb · Drafted 1981
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In short

Eddie Johnson is a retired forward best known with the Phoenix Suns. A sixth-man scoring machine. Career averages: 16 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.

Scoring map · Eddie’s projected shot profile
Hottest: Rim 51% · Paint 21%
Rim — 51% of scoring, 42% of shotsCorner 3 (L) — 2% of scoring, 2% of shotsWing 3 (L) — 4% of scoring, 4% of shotsTop of key 3 — 4% of scoring, 4% of shotsWing 3 (R) — 3% of scoring, 4% of shotsCorner 3 (R) — 2% of scoring, 2% of shotsMid-range (L) — 7% of scoring, 9% of shotsPaint — 21% of scoring, 25% of shotsMid-range (R) — 6% of scoring, 8% of shots
  • Rim51%
  • Paint21%
  • Mid-range (L)7%
Projected shot profile — modeled from role, spacing & shooting splits. Not tracked shot data.
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Eddie Johnson is a retired NBA forward. A sixth-man scoring machine.

He averaged 16 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.2 assists over his career.

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Career avg
16 ppg
Forward
Rebounds
4.5 rpg
career
Assists
2.2 apg
career
LIFE

Roots & the rise

Eddie Johnson is a retired forward, most associated with the Phoenix Suns.

A sixth-man scoring machine.

He retired with career averages of 16 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.

Sources: Career figures: documented sources. Role ratings: Balladex characterization.

BEYOND THE GAME

Career

A sixth-man scoring machine.

PERSONALITY

The person

A retired forward and Phoenix Suns name.

PLAYER DNA

Archetype & ratings

Archetype
Retired standout · forward
Temperament
Alpha
Leadership
74/100
Scoring74
Playmaking46
Rebounding51
Perimeter D46
Rim protection42
Spacing48
Athleticism66
Clutch56
RetiredPhoenix Suns
ANALYSIS

What the numbers say

The career

A sixth-man scoring machine.

ADVANCED

Advanced & historical

Advanced metrics

Career PPG
16
per game
Career RPG
4.5
per game
Career APG
2.2
per game

Where he sits in history

CareerA sixth-man scoring machine.
OUTLOOK

Where it's headed

AI-generated · updated Retired

A retired forward and Phoenix Suns name.

Eddie Johnson's career is complete: A sixth-man scoring machine.

Contract

Status
Retired
Bottom line

A memorable pro — a standout with the Phoenix Suns.

FAQ

Quick answers

What were Eddie Johnson's career averages?

Eddie Johnson averaged 16 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.

Is Eddie Johnson in the Hall of Fame?

Eddie Johnson is a retired forward and a notable pro, though not currently a Hall of Fame inductee.