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Lofton's father, also named Kenneth, served in the [[United States Army]], worked in the [[United States Postal Service]] for 18 years and was elected to the [[Port Arthur Independent School District]] board of trustees. His older sister, Kennedi, played college basketball for [[Southern Lady Jaguars basketball|Southern]]. His grandfather, Gene "Rock" Duhon, was a [[track and field]] athlete at [[Southern University]], where he was named to the Track Hall of Fame, and competed at [[United States Olympic Trials (track and field)|United States Olympic Trials]] |
Lofton's father, also named Kenneth, served in the [[United States Army]], worked in the [[United States Postal Service]] for 18 years and was elected to the [[Port Arthur Independent School District]] board of trustees. His older sister, Kennedi, played college basketball for [[Southern Lady Jaguars basketball|Southern]]. His grandfather, Gene "Rock" Duhon, was a [[track and field]] athlete at [[Southern University]], where he was named to the Track Hall of Fame, and competed at [[United States Olympic Trials (track and field)|United States Olympic Trials]] <ref>{{cite web |last1=Hall |first1=Erik |title=Kenneth Lofton Jr.: 3 things to know about the Louisiana Tech basketball forward |url=https://www.thenewsstar.com/story/sports/college/louisiana-tech/2021/03/27/kenneth-lofton-jr-2-facts-la-tech-basketball-forward-father/7028251002/ |website=The News-Star |access-date=June 9, 2021 |date=March 27, 2021}}</ref>. |
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| Position | Power forward | ||||||||||||||
| League | NBA | ||||||||||||||
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| Born | August 14, 2002 Port Arthur, Texas | ||||||||||||||
| Nationality | American | ||||||||||||||
| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) | ||||||||||||||
| Listed weight | 280 lb (127 kg) | ||||||||||||||
| Career information | |||||||||||||||
| High school | Memorial (Port Arthur, Texas) | ||||||||||||||
| College | Louisiana Tech (2020–2022) | ||||||||||||||
| NBA draft | 2022: undrafted | ||||||||||||||
| Career history | |||||||||||||||
| 2022–present | Memphis Grizzlies | ||||||||||||||
| 2022–present | →Memphis Hustle | ||||||||||||||
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| Stats at Basketball Reference | |||||||||||||||
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Kenneth Wayne Lofton Jr. (born August 14, 2002) is an American professional basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association (NBA), on a two-way contract with the Memphis Hustle of the NBA G League. He played college basketball for the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs. He is a two-time all-conference selection in Conference USA, including first-team honors as a sophomore in 2022.
High school career
Lofton played basketball for Memorial High School in Port Arthur, Texas. He was initially a guard and became a post player following a growth spurt. He won a 5A state title in his sophomore season.[1] As a senior, he averaged 17 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists per game, leading his team to a share of the 21–5A district title.[2] Lofton earned 5A All-State honors and was a McDonald's All-American nominee.[3] He signed a National Letter of Intent to play college basketball for Louisiana Tech.[4]
College career
On March 28, 2021, Lofton recorded a freshman season-high 27 points and 13 rebounds, making a game-winning shot with 0.3 seconds left, in a 76–74 win over Colorado State at the National Invitational Tournament (NIT) third place game. He was an All-Tournament Team selection.[5] As a freshman, Lofton averaged 12.2 points and 7.5 rebounds per game, earning Third Team All-Conference USA and Freshman of the Year honors.[6][7] He was named Conference USA Freshman of the Week nine times, tied for the third-most in league history. Lofton was the first Louisiana Tech freshman to lead the team in rebounding since Paul Millsap in 2003–04.[8]
As a sophomore, Lofton was named to the First Team All-Conference USA.[9] He averaged 16.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. On March 22, 2022, Lofton declared for the 2022 NBA draft. He did not sign with an agent, allowing him the flexibility to return to Louisiana Tech.[10]
Professional career
Memphis Grizzlies (2022–present)
After going undrafted in the 2022 NBA draft, Lofton was signed to a two-way contract by the Memphis Grizzlies.[11]
National team career
Lofton represented the United States at the 2021 FIBA Under-19 World Cup in Latvia. He averaged 13.1 points and 5.3 rebounds per game, helping his team win the gold medal.[12] Lofton scored 16 points, including 15 in the second half, in an 83–81 win against France in the final.[13]
Career statistics
| GP | Games played | GS | Games started | MPG | Minutes per game |
| FG% | Field goal percentage | 3P% | 3-point field goal percentage | FT% | Free throw percentage |
| RPG | Rebounds per game | APG | Assists per game | SPG | Steals per game |
| BPG | Blocks per game | PPG | Points per game | Bold | Career high |
College
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–21 | Louisiana Tech | 32 | 28 | 22.8 | .567 | – | .596 | 7.5 | 1.5 | 1.0 | .7 | 12.2 |
| 2021–22 | Louisiana Tech | 33 | 33 | 27.0 | .539 | .200 | .672 | 10.5 | 2.8 | 1.2 | .7 | 16.5 |
| Career | 65 | 61 | 24.9 | .550 | .200 | .637 | 9.0 | 2.1 | 1.1 | .7 | 14.3 | |
Personal life
Lofton's father, also named Kenneth, served in the United States Army, worked in the United States Postal Service for 18 years and was elected to the Port Arthur Independent School District board of trustees. His older sister, Kennedi, played college basketball for Southern. His grandfather, Gene "Rock" Duhon, was a track and field athlete at Southern University, where he was named to the Track Hall of Fame, and competed at United States Olympic Trials [14].
References
- ^ Moore, Chris (January 16, 2021). ""Just a freshman from Port Arthur" — Kenneth Lofton Jr. creating impact in college". The Port Arthur News. Retrieved June 9, 2021.
- ^ McGuire, Kane (March 27, 2020). "Louisiana Tech basketball signees shine on the court". Crescent City Sports. Retrieved June 10, 2021.
- ^ "2020 Super Gold boys basketball". The Beaumont Enterprise. May 16, 2020. Retrieved June 10, 2021.
- ^ Robichaux, Brad (November 18, 2019). "Family, coaches rejoice in Kenneth Lofton Jr.'s signing to LaTech". The Port Arthur News. Retrieved June 10, 2021.
- ^ McGuire, Kane (March 28, 2021). "Bulldogs Beat Rams on Lofton, Jr.'s Game-Winner". LA Tech Athletics. Retrieved June 9, 2021.
- ^ Faye, Matt (May 5, 2021). "SE Texas grad invited to USA Basketball training camp". The Beaumont Enterprise. Retrieved June 9, 2021.
- ^ Hall, Erik (March 27, 2021). "Memphis' Penny Hardaway calls LA Tech's Kenneth Lofton Jr. a 'monster,' 'matchup problem'". The News-Star. Retrieved June 9, 2021.
- ^ McGuire, Kane (March 9, 2021). "LA Tech's Kenneth Lofton Jr. named C-USA Freshman of the Year". Crescent City Sports. Retrieved June 9, 2021.
- ^ "C-USA Postseason Awards Announced" (Press release). Conference USA. March 7, 2022. Retrieved March 7, 2022.
- ^ Sands, Ethan (March 22, 2022). "Louisiana Tech sophomore Kenneth Lofton Jr. declares for 2022 NBA Draft". The News-Star. Retrieved March 23, 2022.
- ^ "Memphis Grizzlies sign Vince Williams Jr. and Kenneth Lofton Jr. to two-way contracts". www.nba.com. Retrieved 2022-07-03.
- ^ McGuire, Kane (July 11, 2021). "A Golden Performance for Lofton, Jr. and Team USA". LA Tech Athletics. Retrieved July 12, 2021.
- ^ DeCourcy, Mike (July 11, 2021). "Kenneth Lofton Jr. may not have won MVP, but he played like one for USA. Kenneth Lofton Jr played in his 2nd summer league game for the memphis grizzlies on July 6th 2022 and became Chet Holmgrens father". Sporting News. Retrieved July 12, 2021.
- ^ Hall, Erik (March 27, 2021). "Kenneth Lofton Jr.: 3 things to know about the Louisiana Tech basketball forward". The News-Star. Retrieved June 9, 2021.