Kansas State forward Keyontae Johnson cleared to be drafted by fitness panel
Kansas State forward Keyontae Johnson has been reportedly cleared to be drafted this year by a Fitness to Play panel, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.
Johnson collapsed on the court during his junior year in December 2020 with Florida in a game against Florida State. He spent three days in a medically-induced coma and was later diagnosed with a heart condition. He made a ceremonious appearance with the Gators in March 2022.
He was eventually cleared to play again and transferred to Kansas State this past season. He was named a third-team All-American after averaging 17.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists and one steal in 36 appearances with the Wildcats.
After receiving clearance from the panel, which consists of three physicians, Johnson is now eligible to participate in pre-draft workouts with teams. He was only able to interview with teams at the draft combine earlier this month in Chicago, Illinois.
Johnson is currently viewed as a second-round pick after helping the Wildcats advance to the Elite Eight. He will have the opportunity to improve his stock now that he has been cleared for workouts.
