KJ Simpson
KJ Simpson is an American college basketball player for the Colorado Buffaloes of the Pac-12 Conference. Simpson attended Chaminade College Preparatory School in West Hills, California. As a senior, he averaged 24.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 2.5 steals per game. He was rated a four-star recruit by ESPN and 247Sports. Simpson committed to play college basketball at Colorado, turning down offers from Arizona, USC, and Washington. As a freshman at Colorado, Simpson played in 28 games, starting 13, and averaged 7.4 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game. During his sophomore season, he averaged 15.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, earning All-Pac-12 honorable mention. In his junior year (2023-2024), he averaged 19.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. He was named to the First Team All-Pac-12. KJ Simpson is known for his versatility as a point guard, capable of scoring, passing, and rebounding. He has shown significant improvement throughout his college career, developing into a key player for the Buffaloes. His strong performance in the 2023-2024 season, particularly leading Colorado to the NCAA Tournament, has garnered national attention. News about Simpson often highlights his clutch play and on-court leadership. While he has not yet entered the NBA draft, his college performance has put him on the radar of professional scouts. His personal life is largely kept private, with his focus primarily on his athletic and academic pursuits.
