Quincy University Hawks

2025-26 (Junior): Nelson appeared in 20 games off the bench during his first season with the Hawks. He averaged 1.4 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 0.5 assists across 8.9 minutes per game while shooting 45.8 percent from the field and 55.6 percent from the free throw line. Nelson made his Quincy debut against Cedarville (11/14/25), playing five minutes off the bench.

2024-25 (Sophomore at Ranger College): Nelson appeared in 26 games with 17 starts during his sophomore season at Ranger College. He averaged 2.6 points and 3.6 rebounds per game while shooting an efficient 62.2 percent from the field.

Nelson also totaled 12 blocks and six steals on the season. He scored a season-high 11 points in a win over Tribulation Prep (11/9/24) and reached double-digit rebounds twice, including an 11-rebound performance against Coastal Bend College (11/6/24).

2023-24 (Freshman at Central Georgia Tech): Nelson appeared in 30 games with 14 starts during his freshman season with the Titans. He averaged 7.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game while leading the team with a 65.0 percent field goal percentage.

Nelson made his collegiate debut against Tallahassee Community College (11/1/23), scoring six points and grabbing seven rebounds while adding two steals and one block. He scored in double figures 10 times, including a season-high 21 points on 9-of-12 shooting in a win over Southern Crescent Tech (2/28/24). He also pulled down a season-high 18 rebounds, including seven offensive boards, against Albany Tech (2/3/24).

Personal: Nelson Johnson Jr., a native of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, continues his basketball journey with the Hawks after competing at Central Georgia Tech as a freshman and Ranger College as a sophomore. The son of Nelson Johnson Sr. and Angela Johnson, basketball runs in the family, as his father, Nelson Sr., played at Drake University.

At Lutheran East High School, Nelson was a standout for the Falcons, helping lead his team to a Division III State Championship. While at the state tournament, he made history by breaking the record for most steals in a state game with six. He was also a three-time honor roll student, showcasing his commitment both on and off the court.

Off the hardwood, Nelson enjoys video games and cooking. A big fan of LeBron James, he supports the Cleveland Cavaliers, Cleveland Browns, and Ohio State Buckeyes.