Physical scoring wing with perimeter shooting and rebounding impact.
BORN: 18/06/2002
HEIGHT: 6’5 – 195 cm
WEIGHT: 210 – 96 kg
LAST TEAM: Chicago State Cougars (NCAA)
STRENGTHS
- Catch-and-shoot range (37.2% on 3.5 three-point attempts)
- Physical wing presence and offensive rebounding (2.4 ORB)
- Defensive versatility across multiple perimeter matchups
WEAKNESSES
- Shot selection impacts efficiency (42% FG)
- Limited ball-handling and creation ability
- Undersized to consistently play power forward in pro contexts
VIDEO
INTRODUCTION
C.J. Ray transferred from D-II Southern Arkansas to D-I Chicago State. He earned All-Third Team NEC honors in 2026. Ray established himself as a productive wing scorer and physical presence. His profile fits a two-way wing role built around shooting, rebounding effort, and positional defense.
OFFENSIVE PROFILE
C.J. Ray provides value as a perimeter scorer and complementary offensive piece. He shot 37.2% from 3P on 3.5 attempts per game, mostly in catch-and-shoot situations. His range allows him to space the floor and punish defensive rotations. He also averaged 1.5 assists per game, showing basic facilitation within offensive flow.
He contributes on the glass with 2.4 offensive rebounds per game, using strength and timing to extend possessions. Ray can attack closeouts and drive the ball, but shot selection remains inconsistent. This affects overall efficiency (42% FG). Ball-handling is functional but limited, reducing his ability to create separation.
DEFENSIVE PROFILE
C.J. Ray offers defensive versatility due to his strength and physicality. He can guard multiple perimeter assignments and compete in contact situations. His rebounding presence helps close defensive possessions.
Team defense remains an area for improvement. Rotational awareness and timing can improve within structured defensive systems.
DEVELOPMENT AREAS
Shot selection and scoring efficiency remain key development points. His 42% field-goal percentage can improve with better decision-making. Developing tighter ball-handling and improved reads would expand his offensive role. At the professional level, he must improve mobility to function consistently as a wing.