Darin Graham will never forget the first time he had a chance to coach Johnny Juzang. It was the summer of 2015, and the Compton Magic AAU squad was playing a tournament in Canada. Etop Udo-Ema, the famed director of the Magic, told Graham prior to the team’s departure that Juzang would be joining the team for the tournament.
At the time Juzang was only in eighth grade, but already regarded as one of the top players in his age-group, player known for his smooth offensive game and ability to hit deep jump shots. And when he showed up at the gym, he left a memorable impression on Graham, who remains his coach with the Magic to this day.