Archive · 22 May 2025
Ex-NBA Player Tyler Johnson Returns to Fresno State as Coach
Tyler Johnson, who used to play in the NBA and made a lot of money, is now a basketball coach.
He played college basketball at Fresno State a few years ago and is now back to help young players.
During his NBA career, he was known for playing really hard and got a big contract.
Now, he will use all the things he learned in the NBA to teach the players at Fresno State how to play basketball and hopefully help them achieve their own dreams.
Tyler Johnson, former NBA player, returns to Fresno State as an assistant coach.
Johnson played in the NBA from 2014 to 2022 after going undrafted.
He earned a $50 million contract during his career, playing for multiple teams.
Johnson played for Fresno State from 2010-2014 before entering the NBA.
His role provides valuable experience and inspiration for current players.
- Who
- Tyler Johnson, former NBA player.
- What
- Tyler Johnson became an assistant coach for the men's basketball team.
- When
- Recently announced
- Where
- Fresno State
- Why
- To mentor the next generation of players, leveraging his NBA experience.
- New Role
- Assistant Coach
- Alma Mater
- Fresno State
- Entered NBA
- 2014
- Last NBA Season
- 2021-2022
- Career Contract
- $50 million
- Played at Fresno State
- 2010-2014