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Blaze Johnson

Blaze Johnson

#17
PGOvertime EliteClass of 2028
Status

Uncommitted

6-3
165 lbs
Atlanta, GAOvertime Elite
95 Rating
#17 National#20 State#6 Position

Scout Report

Standing 6-3 with elite court vision and the ability to orchestrate an offense, this nationally-ranked floor general is redefining what it means to be a point guard in today's game.

Background

Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, Blaze Johnson made the bold decision to join Overtime Elite to accelerate his development and compete against top-tier talent daily. The move has placed him in an elite training environment where he shares the court with some of the nation's most highly-regarded prospects. His journey through OTE has provided him with professional-level coaching and exposure on a national stage.

Playing Style

Johnson combines excellent size for the point guard position with natural leadership abilities that allow him to control tempo and create opportunities for teammates. His 6-3 frame gives him a significant advantage when attacking smaller defenders or posting up in mismatches, while his court vision and passing ability make him a constant threat to find open teammates. He processes the game at a high level and shows the basketball IQ necessary to run complex offensive sets. While his shooting consistency and defensive intensity will need continued development, his foundational skills as a floor general are already impressive for his age.

Recruitment

Currently holding five Division I offers from programs including Maryland, Georgia, Georgia Tech, UNLV, and Radford, Johnson's stock continues to rise as he develops within the Overtime Elite system. His national ranking of #17 in the class of 2028 reflects his potential as a high-major recruit who could develop into an impact player at the Power Five level with continued growth.

Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team

Career Journey

Overtime Elite

PREP SCHOOL

Current

Adidas 3SSB

AAU

Current

Career Highlights

OUR MVP's STEPPED UP WHEN WE NEEDED THEM MOST

NAH A 15 YEAR OLD GETTING UP LIKE THAT IS FREAKING DIFFERENT

young fella basketball dunk overtime cityreapers

Character, Classroom, and Court - dedication to studies and highlights

Blaze showing he can play with anyone this season at his own pace

Blaze Johnson the youngest player in the league but that never stopped him

Appears to have received an offer from Maryland, indicated by 'Be a terp??' question and official hashtag

Appears to have received an offer from Maryland, indicated by 'Be a terp??' question and official hashtag

Maryland

Offers

5
MarylandMaryland
GeorgiaGeorgia
Georgia TechGeorgia Tech
UNLVUNLV
Radford

Social Activity

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Feb 4, 2026
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Feb 4, 2026
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Got @BlazeJohnsonJr and @tldtoday on the big screen 🔥🔥🔥 https://t.co/PUiANxCOVb

Feb 4, 2026
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Feb 4, 2026
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Just a friendly reminder $100 is not the squeeze #AMC #HODL

Feb 4, 2026
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