Jalen Johnson has room to grow according to ESPN’s latest player rankings

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson has been ranked as the 22nd-best player in the NBA in ESPN's latest player rankings for the 2026 season. This ranking marks a 22-spot improvement from the previous year, when he was positioned at 44th overall.

Johnson, who entered the league in 2021, has developed from playing in the NBA G League to achieving All-NBA status. The report notes his steady rise in production as Atlanta transitions into a new era with Johnson as a key cornerstone.