FGCU / Notre Dame forward-wing. 16.6 PPG. Two-way shotmaker with size, elite athleticism, intangibles, and a pro-ready game.
JR Konieczny is a 6'7" forward/wing from South Bend, Indiana, and a graduate-level prospect whose 2025–26 season at FGCU was the best of his career. As a grad transfer from Notre Dame, he averaged 15.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.6 steals per game on 44.4% shooting — ranking 4th in the ASUN in steals and 5th in rebounds. He posted nine 20-point games (the most by any Eagle that season), three double-doubles, and set a new career high of 31 points and 11 rebounds in a single game against North Florida — one of the 20 thirty-point performances in FGCU program history.
Before FGCU, JR spent four years at Notre Dame (ACC), developing as a two-way wing against elite competition. As a redshirt junior, he averaged 7.7 points and 4.5 rebounds per game while starting 19 of 32 games and shooting 83.7% from the free throw line — including back-to-back double-doubles off the bench in his first career start at the Legends Classic (Brooklyn).
A McDonald's All-America Game Nominee, ESPN.com 4-star prospect ranked 81st nationally and 25th small forward, Indiana All-Star, and the all-time leading scorer in St. Joseph County history as of 2021 (1,996 points), JR brings championship pedigree, pro-caliber size, and a proven scoring track record to any organization. He is ready to compete at the highest level.
* FGCU 2025-26 season stats where JR played >23 minutes per game. Excluded (2) low minute games.
* Notre Dame ACC conference games only in 2023-24 and 2024-25 where JR played ≥23 minutes per game.
| Height | 6'7" |
| Weight | 205 lbs |
| Body Fat % | 3.50% |
| Standing Reach | 8'5" |
| Vertical (Max) | 40" (NBA Combine Rank: 4th 2025 / 11th 2026) |
| Three Quarter Sprint | 3.11 (NBA Combine Rank: 11th 2025 / 8th 2026) |
| Max In-Game Speed | 19.42 MPH |
| 1 Mile Time | 5:16 |
| Position | Forward / Wing |
| Hometown | South Bend, IN |
| Schools | Notre Dame (2021–25) · FGCU (2025–26) |
Konieczny had the best season of his career in his first year at FGCU — the grad transfer scored 420 points and posted nine 20-point games, the most by any Eagle this season.
His 31-point, 11-rebound double-double against North Florida reset his career high and stands as one of the 20 thirty-point performances in FGCU program history.
High Praise & Versatility: Chambers highlighted Konieczny's experience from his time at Notre Dame. He praised the 6-foot-7 forward as an impressive "three-level player and a great rebounder". Chambers even compared other recruits to Konieczny's versatile playing style across multiple positions.
J.R. Konieczny was dominant, scoring 29 points and grabbed 15 rebounds to lead the Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Eagles to a 69-58 victory over the North Alabama Lions in the first round of the ASUN Tournament.
JR is available for workouts, interviews, and pre-draft evaluations. Front office personnel, scouts, and agents can reach out through the contacts listed here for the fastest response.
Full game film, scouting reports, and combine measurables are available on request.