Johnny Kinziger brings steady lead-guard production and winning-shot confidence to Illinois State
In the 2025-26 season, Johnny Kinziger was a do-it-all guard for Illinois State, playing in all 36 games with 34 starts and averaging 11.5 points, 3.3 assists, and 2.5 rebounds while finishing with 119 assists and 45 steals[1][7][13]. His calling card is composure: he scored in double figures 25 times and hit a season-high 21 points twice, plus delivered the late three that helped push the Redbirds past Wake Forest in the NIT[1][12]. He looks like a smart fit for teams needing a tough, efficient connector who can handle the ball, make winning plays, and handle big moments without flinching[1][9].
