Christian Jones
Position: 2/3
Height: 196cm/6’5”
Weight: 86kg
Date of Birth: 03/10/2003
College: Baylor
Passport: USA
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Player Profile
Christian Jones is an athletic, versatile forward who brings energy, physicality, and defensive versatility to every possession. He excels as a slasher, using his explosiveness and length to attack the rim, finish above the basket, and create second-chance opportunities on the offensive glass. Jones plays with a high motor, consistently making hustle plays, running the floor in transition, and embracing physical matchups on both ends. Defensively, he has the tools to guard multiple positions, disrupt passing lanes, and provide switchability with his combination of size, mobility, and effort. His unselfish approach, rebounding ability, and willingness to impact the game without needing a high volume of touches make him a valuable two-way contributor capable of fitting into a variety of roles.
Achievements
HS News-Gazette Illinois All-State Honorable Mention -2021
Basketball Career & Stats
2018-2019: East St. Louis, IL / East St. Louis High School
2019-2020: East St. Louis, IL / East St. Louis High School
2020-2021: East St. Louis, IL / East St. Louis High School
2021-2022: East St. Louis, IL / East St. Louis High School
2022-2023: University of Illinois at Chicago (NCAA): 26 games: 6.5ppg, 1.8rpg, 2.3apg, FGP: 35.1%, 3PT: 33.8%, FT: 65.7%
2023-2024: University of Illinois at Chicago (NCAA, starting five): 33 games: 11.4ppg, 3.5rpg, 4.8apg, FGP: 43.9%, 3PT: 37.8%, FT: 61.6%
2024-2025: University of Kansas State (NCAA): 31 games: 5.7ppg, 1.7rpg, 1.4apg, FGP: 45.5%, 3PT: 28.8%, FT: 66.7%
2025-2026: University of Kansas State (NCAA): 31 games: 3.6ppg, 1.8rpg, 1.3apg