Josh Jones brings efficient interior value and steady defensive upside to North Dakota
Jones’ 2025-26 role for North Dakota looks like that of a low-usage, high-efficiency center who contributes without forcing shots: he is averaging 2.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.5 blocks per game while shooting 47.1% from the field.[2][6] The appeal is his functional size, willingness to defend, and ability to produce in short minutes rather than dominate possessions, which can fit a team that needs rim protection, rebounding, and dependable screening. His earlier college production at Oral Roberts showed similar finishing efficiency, suggesting a clear identity as a role big rather than a featured scorer.[1][3]
