KJ Lewis is an American basketball player who plays as a guard for the Arizona Wildcats men’s basketball team in the Big 12 Conference. Born on August 3, 2004, in El Paso, Texas, he stands 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 210 pounds.
High School Career:
- Lewis began his high school career at Chapin High School in El Paso, where he averaged 20 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals per game, earning recognition as a finalist for Mr. Texas Basketball Player of the Year.
- For his senior year, he transferred to Duncanville High School in Texas, averaging 16 points and 9 rebounds per game.
College Career at Arizona:
- In his freshman year (2023-2024), Lewis played in all 36 games, primarily coming off the bench. He averaged 6.3 points, 3.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.1 steals per game, with a field goal percentage of 47.3%.
- During the 2024-2025 season, Lewis scored a career-high 21 points in a victory over No. 21 West Virginia.
Playing Style:
- Known for his versatility, Lewis has the ability to play both guard positions. His athleticism and scoring capability have been valuable assets to the Wildcats.
Personal Anecdote:
- From a young age, Lewis aspired to play for the University of Arizona. As a 10-year-old, he drew a picture expressing his ambition to commit and play basketball at Arizona.
Social Media Presence:
- Lewis maintains an active presence on social media, particularly Instagram, where he has 21,000 followers.