A.J. Lawson: stats, last game & news
Ranking 2025-2026
Statistics 2025-2026
| League | Team | games played | Playing time | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Field goals | 2-point field goals | 3-point field goals | Free throws | Offensive rebounds | Defensive rebounds | Turnovers | Blocks against | Personal fouls | Fouls drawn | +/- | Évaluation | Performance Index Rating | Player Impact Estimate | Usage % | Possessions | True Shooting % | Effective FG % | 3-Point Attempt Rate | Free Throw Rate | Offensive Rebound % | Defensive Rebound % | Total Rebound % | Assist % | Turnover % | Assist-Turnover Ratio | Steal % | Block % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | 37 | 31:52 | 21.5 | 4.9 | 2.3 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 7.2/15.6 46.4% | 4.4/7.6 57.7% | 2.9/8 35.8% | 2.3/2.9 79.4% | 0.6 | 4.2 | 2.2 | 0.1 | 2.7 | - | 5.8 | 19.2 | 16.4 | 7.9 | 26.0% | 19.1 | 63.9% | 55.6% | 51.3% | 18.5% | 2.3% | 15.0% | 8.7% | 9.6% | 3.3% | 0.6 | 2.1% | 0.8% |
 |  | 31 | 8:55 | 3.6 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 1.2/3 40.4% | 0.5/1.3 41.5% | 0.7/1.7 39.6% | 0.5/0.6 80.0% | 0.3 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 1.1 | 0.6 | -0.1 | 3.8 | 3.1 | 1.2 | 17.9% | 3.6 | 55.0% | 51.6% | 56.4% | 21.3% | 3.9% | 16.3% | 10.1% | 4.8% | 1.4% | 2.7 | 2.1% | 1.8% |
Last Games
| Date | Playing time | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Game | League |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:37 | 2 | 2 | - | - | 1 | D 114-102 @  | NBA | |
| 10:08 | 6 | 1 | - | - | - | V 112-110 vs | NBA | |
| 2:18 | - | - | - | - | - | D 125-120 @ | NBA | |
| 1:10 | - | - | - | - | - | V 93-89 vs | NBA | |
| 1:34 | - | - | - | - | - | V 126-104 vs | NBA | |
| 5:20 | 2 | - | 1 | - | - | D 115-105 @ | NBA | |
| 14:04 | 2 | - | 3 | - | - | D 126-113 @ | NBA |
Player Profile
When A.J. Lawson went undrafted in the 2021 NBA Draft, many would have given up. Not him. The Brampton-born forward turned that disappointment into fuel for a remarkable rise that took him from G League courts all the way to the Toronto Raptors.
His journey reflects an early determination: at GTA Prep in Mississauga, Lawson chose to reclassify his school year to accelerate his basketball development. That bold decision allowed him to join the South Carolina Gamecocks, where he established himself as a respected figure in the SEC between 2018 and 2021.
But it was after college that Lawson's true character emerged. Overlooked by NBA franchises, he shone during the Summer League, earning admiration for his versatility and work ethic. That performance opened the doors to multiple NBA and G League opportunities, proving that talent always finds a way to be recognized.
His adaptability took him well beyond American borders. From the Guelph Nighthawks in the Canadian Elite League to international competition with Canada's U19 national team, Lawson demonstrated his ability to excel in any environment. That diverse experience shaped a complete player, capable of contributing on both ends of the floor.
Today, with his two-way contract with the Raptors, Lawson perfectly embodies the spirit of perseverance. Splitting time between Toronto and the Raptors 905, he continues to refine his game, turning every obstacle into a learning opportunity. His journey proves that in basketball, the draft is only a starting point, never a final destination.
Honors & Championships
A.J. Lawson established himself as one of the most prolific scorers at the University of South Carolina before continuing his professional career in the G League.
- Leading scorer for the South Carolina Gamecocks in 2019-2020 with 416 total points and an average of 13.4 points per game
- Impressive averages as a junior: 16.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.5 steals per game
- Personal scoring record of 30 points set against Texas A&M in 2021
- Solid G League performances with the College Park Skyhawks: averages of 11.8 points and 6.3 rebounds per game
- Canadian representative on the U19 national team with averages of 14.8 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game
Awards & Individual Honors
A.J. Lawson quickly established himself as one of the most promising talents of his generation, marking every stage of his career with notable accolades.
- Named to the SEC All-Freshman Team (2019)
- Named SEC Freshman of the Week in November 2018
- Selected to the SEC All-Second Team (2021)
- Member of the National Preparatory Association First Team All-Star in high school
- Recognized as one of the top Canadian prospects in his class
- Invited to the NBA Summer League after college, where he stood out as a top performer
