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John Daniel Roberson (born October 28, 1988) is an American-born naturalized Bosnian professional basketball player who plays for Hyères-Toulon Var Basket of the élite 2. Standing at 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m), he plays at the point guard position.

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High school career

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John Roberson finished his high school career at Plano High School in Plano, Texas, after transferring from a school in Florida.[1] In 2006, he helped lead Plano to the UIL Class 5A state championship. In the final against defending champion Humble Kingwood, Plano rallied from a double-digit deficit and won 60–58 in overtime. Roberson scored 24 points, made six three-pointers, and was named the game’s Most Valuable Player.[2]

Professional career

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In June 2015, Roberson signed with Élan Chalon.[3] After his first season, Roberson extended his contract until 2017.[4] On March 8, 2017, Roberson set a new FIBA Europe Cup scoring record with 39 points in an 87–85 loss against Cibona.[5] Roberson also set the league record for most three-point field goals in a game, with 10 three-point field goals.[5] With Chalon he won the French League's 2016–17 season championship.

On June 27, 2017, Roberson signed a two-year contract with the French team ASVEL.[6]

On July 17, 2018, Roberson signed with the Russian team Enisey of the VTB United League.[7]

On July 16, 2019, Roberson signed with the South East Melbourne Phoenix of the Australian National Basketball League (NBL) for the 2019–20 season.[8] He averaged 20.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. His 112 three-point field goals made during the season set an NBL record for the 40-minute era.[9]

On February 5, 2020, Roberson signed with Galatasaray Doğa Sigorta of the Basketbol Süper Ligi (BSL).[10]

On July 14, 2020, Roberson signed with CB Estudiantes of the Liga ACB.[11]

On August 20, 2021, he has signed with SIG Strasbourg of the French LNB Pro A.[12]

On June 30, 2022, he signed with Manisa BB of the Turkish Basketbol Süper Ligi.[13]

In September 2024, Roberson joined Al Ahly of the Egyptian Basketball Premier League.[14]


In October 2025, Roberson signed a short-term medical replacement contract with Hyères-Toulon Var Basket, then competing in France’s second division (Pro B).[15] His arrival came in response to injuries to the club’s point guards and shortly after his participation in EuroBasket with Bosnia and Herzegovina. His availability was linked to a rehabilitation period in France following a hamstring injury suffered during the tournament, allowing the club to secure an agreement despite significant budgetary constraints.[15]

International career

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A naturalized Bosnian citizen, Roberson has represented Bosnia and Herzegovina at the international level.[16] During EuroBasket 2022, he played a key role in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s 97–93 group-stage victory over Slovenia, led by Luka Dončić : Roberson scored 23 points, including seven three-pointers, and converted the final free throws to secure the win.[17].

Roberson also represented Bosnia and Herzegovina at EuroBasket 2025. Despite joining the national team only a few days before the start of the tournament, he quickly became a key contributor in the backcourt.[18] In the Round of 16 loss to Poland, Roberson scored 19 points while shooting 5-of-7 from three-point range before leaving the game with a hamstring injury. Bosnia and Herzegovina were eliminated from the tournament following the defeat. After the game, teammate nba star Jusuf Nurkić credited Roberson’s late arrival and impact, noting that his injury significantly affected the team’s offensive production.[19]

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John Daniel Roberson (born October 28, 1988) is an American-born naturalized Bosnian professional player who primarily plays as a . Standing at 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 m), he is known for his quickness, playmaking ability, and scoring prowess, having built a versatile international career across multiple continents after a standout college tenure. Roberson honed his skills at from 2007 to 2011, where he appeared in 129 games for the Red Raiders, averaging 13.7 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game while leading the team in minutes played during his junior and senior seasons. Undrafted in the , he launched his professional career overseas with KK Zlatorog Laško in the Slovenian League, marking the beginning of a path that has seen him compete in over a dozen countries, including stints in top leagues like France's LNB Pro A (where he led the league in assists with 208 in 2015–16), Australia's NBL (averaging 20.2 points and earning Third Team All-NBL honors in 2019–20 with the ), Spain's , and Turkey's . Since acquiring Bosnian citizenship, Roberson has represented the national team in FIBA competitions from 2020 onward, contributing his experience to the squad's international efforts. As of November 2025, he is playing for Hyères-Toulon Var Basket in France's LNB Pro B, where he has posted averages of 16.8 points and 6.6 assists through the early games of the 2025–26 season.

Early life and amateur career

Early life

John Roberson was born on October 28, 1988, in . Although born in Kansas, Roberson was raised in the Winter Park area of , a laid-back community where he spent his early years. From a young age, Roberson showed interest in , particularly , influenced by his family's encouragement to stay active. He began playing organized at age eight, joining local AAU teams in the Orlando area, which provided his initial structured exposure to the sport through youth leagues and tournaments. Roberson's family, led by his mother, relocated to the area during his adolescence when she accepted a job opportunity there, marking a significant transition that shaped his later development by immersing him in basketball culture.

High school career

Roberson attended in , from 2003 to 2007, where he played as a under coach Tom Inman. In his junior year (2005–2006), Roberson averaged 17.4 points and 7.2 assists per game, helping lead the Plano Wildcats to a 29–8 record and the Class 5A state championship. The team defeated in the final. During his senior year (2006–2007), Roberson earned Honorable Mention All-American recognition. He was ranked as the No. 22 nationally in the class of 2007 by ESPN scouts. Roberson attracted interest from multiple college programs and received three scholarship offers, ultimately committing to Texas Tech in September 2006 under coach Bobby Knight.

College career

John Roberson enrolled at in 2007 and played for the Red Raiders in the over four seasons, concluding in 2011. As a true during the 2007–08 season, he appeared in 31 games with 25 starts, averaging 12.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game while earning Big 12 Rookie of the Week honors twice. In his sophomore campaign of 2008–09, Roberson started all 33 games, boosting his production to 13.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and a Big 12-leading 6.4 assists per game, which earned him honorable mention All-Big 12 recognition. His junior year in 2009–10 saw further consistency, starting all 35 contests and averaging 14.6 points, 2.3 rebounds, and another conference-high 5.4 assists per game, again securing honorable mention All-Big 12 honors. As a senior in 2010–11, he played 30 games with 27 starts, maintaining 14.1 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game while leading the team in minutes played at 36.0 per contest.
SeasonGames PlayedStartsPPGRPGAPG
2007–08312512.32.53.3
2008–09333313.93.56.4
2009–10353514.62.35.4
2010–11302714.12.04.4
Over his entire college career, Roberson appeared in 129 games, starting 120, and posted averages of 13.7 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game, Texas Tech's all-time leader with 636 career assists. Among his notable performances, he scored a career-high 33 points against UTEP on December 17, 2008, and reached 20 or more points in five games overall. In the 2010 Big 12 Tournament, he contributed 18 points in a first-round win over but the Red Raiders fell in the quarterfinals to . Following the 2010–11 season, Roberson went undrafted in the and chose to begin his overseas.

Professional career

2011–2015

Following his undrafted status in the after a standout college at Texas Tech, John Roberson began his journey overseas by signing with Zlatorog Laško of the Slovenian Liga Telemach for the 2011–12 season. He made his debut in the Adriatic League, appearing in six games where he averaged 6 points and 3 assists per game, primarily coming off the bench as a quick guard. His time with Zlatorog was brief, as limited playing opportunities highlighted the initial challenges of adapting to European 's more physical and structured style compared to the college game. In December 2011, Roberson returned to the United States, joining the South Carolina Warriors of the American Basketball Association (ABA) for the remainder of the 2011–12 season. As the team's starting point guard, he averaged approximately 15.5 points, 7.2 assists, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.1 steals per game, earning an ABA All-Star selection while helping the Warriors achieve a 30–2 record and a runner-up finish in the league. This stint provided valuable professional experience and a chance to refine his playmaking amid faster-paced American competition, though the ABA's lower tier underscored the hurdles of establishing a stable pro career post-college. Roberson ventured back to in November 2012, signing with Kings of Sweden's Basketligan, where he would spend two primary stints through 2015 as the team's starting . In the 2012–13 season, after a midseason loan to BBC Monthey in , he returned to for the playoffs, contributing to their Swedish League championship win; he was named Finals MVP after averaging 18.5 points, 6.8 assists, and 3.2 rebounds in the postseason. The 2013–14 campaign saw him anchor the Kings' offense with 20.1 points, 5.3 assists, and 3.0 rebounds per game over 33 regular-season appearances, leading them to another title. After a brief 2014 stint in with Atomerőmű SE, Roberson rejoined mid-2014–15, averaging around 18 points per game en route to a third consecutive championship and another Finals MVP honor, while earning All-Basketligan Second Team recognition in 2013 and 2015. These years solidified his role as a dynamic floor general, though the constant moves and physical demands of overseas leagues tested his resilience in transitioning to full-time pro ball.

2015–2020

In June 2015, John Roberson signed a one-year contract with of the French LNB Pro A league. During the 2015–16 season, he averaged 14.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game (leading the league with 208 total assists) over 34 appearances, helping Chalon reach the Leaders Cup final. Roberson extended his contract for another year in 2016, contributing to a dominant 2016–17 campaign where he posted 16.1 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game across 33 regular-season games. That season, Chalon clinched the LNB Pro A championship, defeating in the finals, with Roberson earning All-Star honors and MVP of the 2017 . A highlight of Roberson's Chalon tenure came in the on March 8, 2017, when he erupted for a single-game record 39 points on 10-of-11 three-point shooting in an 87–85 loss to Cibona , shattering the competition's scoring and three-pointers-made marks. His 10 made threes remain the all-time record. On June 27, 2017, Roberson joined ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne on a two-year deal, transitioning to one of France's premier clubs. In the 2017–18 LNB Pro A season, he averaged 10.9 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 4.9 assists in 32 games, while excelling in the EuroCup with 15.8 points and 4.1 assists per game over 16 contests, including a 42-point outburst against Gran Canaria. ASVEL advanced to the EuroCup Last 16, showcasing Roberson's scoring prowess from deep. Roberson moved to Enisey Krasnoyarsk of the Russian VTB United League in July 2018. During the 2018–19 season, he averaged approximately 14.5 points and 5.5 assists per game in 25 appearances, aiding Enisey's mid-table finish despite injuries impacting the roster. In July 2019, Roberson signed with the expansion South East Melbourne Phoenix for the Australian NBL's 2019–20 season. He delivered a breakout performance, averaging 20.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 5.5 assists over 28 games, while setting a single-season league record with 112 three-pointers made on 40.4% shooting from beyond the arc. Roberson's efficiency and volume shooting helped Phoenix compete in their inaugural year before the season's COVID-19 suspension.

2020–present

In February 2020, Roberson joined Galatasaray in the Turkish Basketball Super League for a brief stint, appearing in four games and averaging 10.5 points and 4.8 assists per game before departing in June. He then signed with of Spain's in July 2020, where he played the 2020–21 season, contributing in 31 games with averages of 11.2 points, 3.0 assists, and 1.3 rebounds per game in 22.0 minutes. Roberson returned to France in August 2021, signing with of the LNB Pro A for the 2021–22 campaign. In 19 regular-season games, he averaged 14.8 points, 4.5 assists, and 1.2 rebounds in 25.9 minutes per game, showcasing his scoring efficiency with a 41.9% three-point shooting rate. His tenure included standout performances in the , where he once scored 28 points in a single game. In June 2022, Roberson moved to BB in the Turkish , committing to two seasons through 2024. During the 2022–23 season, he appeared in 26 games, averaging 16.6 points, 3.4 assists, and 1.5 rebounds in 29.0 minutes, helping the team with his perimeter shooting at 43.5% from three. His 2023–24 stint was limited to four games due to injury, where he posted 12.3 points, 3.5 assists, and 1.8 rebounds per game, including strong showings in the at 11.2 points per game across five outings. Seeking a fresh start in September 2024, Roberson signed with Al Ahly in Egypt's Premier League, where he averaged 16 points and 5 assists per game early in the 2024–25 season and helped secure the Egyptian Cup title. In January 2025, he transferred to Esenler Erokspor in Turkey's TBL (second division), playing five games with averages of 18.6 points, 5.4 assists, and 1.4 rebounds in 28.9 minutes, bolstering the team's backcourt and contributing to their TBL championship win. By summer 2025, Roberson had joined Hyères-Toulon Var Basket in France's LNB Pro B for the 2025–26 season, where early performances included a 10-assist game on and contributions to victories, averaging 18.0 points and 6.2 assists per game through the first six games as of 2025. At age 37 in 2025, Roberson has demonstrated remarkable career , adapting from starting roles in top to key bench contributions across continents, maintaining double-digit scoring while prioritizing playmaking in veteran capacities.

International career

Naturalization and eligibility

John Roberson, born , pursued Bosnian citizenship in 2020 to become eligible for the national team. This process was facilitated by his extensive professional career in , where he had been playing since 2011, including stints in , , and , providing opportunities to integrate into the regional landscape. Under FIBA regulations, national teams are permitted only one naturalized player on their roster, defined as an athlete who acquires citizenship after age 16 without prior representation of another senior national team. Roberson's acquisition of Bosnian nationality after turning 16 positioned him as this designated naturalized player for , requiring demonstration of close ties to the country through his professional commitments. As an American, Roberson had no prior international experience with the senior team, making Bosnia a viable option given the U.S. team's depth and his established European base. The citizenship process culminated in May 2020, when Roberson received his Bosnian passport, enabling his immediate selection for national team qualifiers later that year. This timeline aligned with FIBA's eligibility criteria, allowing him to debut internationally for Bosnia in 2020 without conflicting with prior commitments.

Bosnia and Herzegovina national team

Roberson made his debut for the senior national team during the qualifiers in late 2020, following his earlier that year. He was selected for the squad ahead of the November 2020 window, contributing to the team's efforts in Group D alongside , , and . Over four games in the 2021 qualifier phase, Roberson averaged 11.5 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game, helping Bosnia secure second place in the group and qualification for the main tournament with a 4-2 overall record. In the tournament proper, held in September 2022, Roberson emerged as a key scoring option for Bosnia in Group B, which included matches against and . He scored a game-high 23 points in a crucial 97-93 upset victory over on September 4, shooting efficiently while providing playmaking support alongside Džanan Musa. Bosnia also defeated 95-85 in their opener on September 1, with Roberson contributing 12 points and five assists, though the team finished 2-3 in the group and did not advance to the knockout stage. Across five tournament games, he averaged 15 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game, with an efficiency rating of 11.6. Roberson continued representing Bosnia in subsequent competitions, including the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 qualifiers, where he averaged 16 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 4 assists over games in 2023. For the EuroBasket 2025, he joined as a late replacement for the injured Xavier Castañeda in August 2025, marking his second appearance in the event. Bosnia advanced to the Round of 16 after a 3-2 group stage record (third in Group C), highlighted by an 84-76 win over Georgia on September 4. In the Round of 16 matchup against Poland on September 7, Roberson led Bosnia with 19 points before suffering a non-contact thigh injury late in the game, forcing him to exit early; the team lost 80-72 and was eliminated. Over six games in the tournament, he averaged 13 points, 1.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, with an efficiency rating of 9.

Playing style and achievements

Playing style

John Roberson plays as a 5'11" (1.80 m) , leveraging his exceptional quickness and advanced ball-handling abilities to navigate defenses effectively. His compact frame allows for rapid changes in direction and explosive drives to the basket, making him a dynamic offensive threat who excels in pick-and-roll situations and transition plays. Roberson's high basketball IQ is evident in his ability to read defenses and make precise passes, often anticipating teammates' movements to create scoring opportunities. Among his standout strengths is elite three-point shooting, demonstrated by career performances such as 11 made three-pointers in a single EuroCup game for ASVEL in 2017 and 10 in a contest in 2017. This perimeter prowess, combined with reliable playmaking—evidenced by career averages of approximately 4–5 assists per game across professional leagues—positions him as a versatile floor general capable of elevating team offenses. However, his smaller stature presents defensive challenges, particularly when guarding taller point guards who can shoot over him or post up, requiring him to rely on positioning and quick hands rather than physicality. Throughout his career, Roberson has evolved from a score-first guard during his tenure at Texas Tech, where he averaged 13.5 as the team's leading scorer, to a more balanced distributor in professional . In European and Australian leagues, he has refined his game to emphasize facilitation alongside scoring, with assist averages reaching as high as 7.2 per game in the French LNB Pro A during the 2016–17 season. His transition to international play with the national team has further showcased his adaptability to more physical styles of , maintaining his shooting efficiency in high-stakes competitions.

Awards and records

During his college career at , Roberson earned several honors, including selection to the All-Big 12 Honorable Mention team and the All-Defensive Team in 2009–10. In his professional career, Roberson has received multiple individual accolades across European leagues. He was named MVP of the Swedish Basketligan in 2015 after leading the league in scoring and assists. He also earned Finals MVP honors in the Basketligan in 2013 and 2015, contributing to championship wins with Södertälje Kings in 2013, 2014, and 2015. In , Roberson was selected to the LNB All-Star team in 2017 and won MVP of the that year. Additionally, he received two EuroCup weekly MVP awards during the 2017–18 season with ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne, recognizing his standout performances in Weeks 7 and 10. He led the LNB Pro A in assists during the 2015–16 season. Roberson contributed to team success by winning the French LNB Pro A championship with in the 2016–17 season. In , he was named to the Third Team All-NBL in 2019–20. Among his notable records, Roberson set single-game benchmarks in the on March 8, 2017, scoring 39 points and making 10 three-pointers while playing for against , shattering previous records for points and threes in a game. In the NBL , he established a season record with 112 three-pointers made during the 2019–20 campaign with the .

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