Hardaway and Tigers recruiting former Florida Gator Keyontae Johnson

Florida forward Keyontae Johnson (11) smiles after being introduced as a starter before the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Kentucky, …

Florida forward Keyontae Johnson (11) smiles after being introduced as a starter before the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Kentucky, Saturday, March 5, 2022, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/Matt Stamey)

by: Mike Ceide

Posted: Aug 17, 2022 / 06:07 PM CDT

Updated: Aug 17, 2022 / 07:23 PM CDT

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MEMPHIS – It was less than a week ago when Tigers basketball coach Penny Hardaway said he was open to adding one, maybe two more players to his roster.

Wednesday, Hardaway and the Tigers made the final four for former Florida Gator standout Keyontae Johnson.

Johnson was one of the top players in the SEC before collapsing on the court during a game at Florida State back in December of 2020.

Johnson hasn’t played since.

The 6’5” forward who entered the transfer portal in May is now down to four schools– Memphis, Nebraska, Kansas State, and Western Kentucky.

Johnson was voted the preseason player of the year in 2020 after averaging 14 points and seven boards as a sophomore with the Gators.