Johnny Lamonte Phillips

Forward, Texas Tech, Ht. 6-9, Wt. 235
High School: Southwest HS, Fort Worth, Texas
Birthdate: August 31, 1979 (Fort Worth, Texas)

BACKGROUND

A member of the Kansas Cagers of the USBL during summer 2001.

Played four years at Texas Tech. As a senior, appeared in 27 games. Scored a season-high eight points vs. Ball State. Grabbed a season-high seven rebounds vs. UTEP.

As a junior, appeared in 27 games. Scored a season-high eight points vs. Texas and Colorado. Had six rebounds vs. Kansas and five against Texas.

As a sophomore, started 23 of 30 games. Averaged 5.7 points and 3.0 rebounds. Gabbed a career-high 12 rebounds vs. TCU. Scored a career-high 14 points against Nevada. Blocked a career-high four shots vs. Pepperdine.

As a freshman, started 15 of 26 games and averaged 5.2 points and 3.0 rebounds. Was second on the team with 17 blocks. Scored a season-high 12 points against Texas. Had 10 points vs. Texas A&M. Had eight points and six rebounds vs. Colorado.

Personal: Has a degree in restaurant, hotel and institutional management. Wants to own and manage a hotel after playing career. Relaxes by listening to music and playing video games.