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CJ Turnage is a highly productive and versatile guard for the Joondalup Wolves, consistently demonstrating an all-around game that impacts scoring, rebounding, and playmaking. While his 2026 NBL1 West season has seen a slight dip in scoring efficiency, particularly from beyond the arc (15.9% 3P), he remains a significant contributor, averaging 16.6 points, 7.3 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 2.2 steals per game through 11 appearances. He has been a cornerstone for the Wolves since joining in 2022, known for his ability to stuff the stat sheet and lead the team.
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- +Elite Rebounding for a Guard: Consistently averages high rebound numbers (7.3 reb in 2026, 9.1 reb in 2025) which is exceptional for his position.
- +High-Volume Scoring: Proven ability to score at a high clip, averaging over 20 points per game in four of his last five NBL1 seasons.
- +Playmaking & Distribution: Demonstrates strong court vision and passing, evidenced by his consistent assist numbers (4.6 ast in 2026, 5.6 ast in 2025).
- +Defensive Activity: A disruptive defender, regularly accumulating steals (2.2 stl in 2026, 2.0 stl in 2025).
- +Durability & Consistency: Has played a high number of games each season, maintaining strong statistical output over multiple years.
- !Three-Point Shooting Inconsistency: His three-point percentage has been a persistent area for development, currently at 15.9% in 2026 and rarely exceeding 30% in previous seasons.
- !Free Throw Shooting: While improved in 2026 (71.8%), his free throw percentage has historically been inconsistent and often below average for a primary scorer.
- !Current Season Efficiency Dip: His field goal percentage (44%) and three-point percentage (15.9%) in 2026 represent a notable drop from his more efficient scoring seasons (e.g., 51% FG in 2025).
Turnage plays with an aggressive, attacking style, often looking to drive to the basket or create off the dribble. He's a true triple-threat guard who can score in various ways, but also excels at finding teammates and crashing the boards with tenacity. His defensive intensity and ability to generate turnovers make him a two-way threat. He thrives as a primary ball-handler and offensive initiator, capable of carrying a significant load for his team, though his outside shot remains a swing skill.
CJ Turnage played college basketball at Northwood University, an NCAA Division II program. He began his NBL1 career in 2021 with the Forestville Eagles in NBL1 Central, where he averaged 24.4 points per game. He then transferred to the Joondalup Wolves in NBL1 West in 2022 and has been a dominant force in the league since. Turnage has received significant individual accolades, being named to the NBL1 West First Team in 2023, 2024, and 2025. He also earned the prestigious NBL1 West MVP award in both 2023 and 2024.
CJ Turnage continues to be a central figure for the Joondalup Wolves in the 2026 NBL1 West season, maintaining his all-around production despite a slight dip in shooting efficiency. His consistent high-level play has seen him recognized with multiple NBL1 West First Team selections and back-to-back MVP awards in 2023 and 2024, solidifying his status as one of the league's premier talents.
| season | gp | ppg | rpg | apg | spg | bpg | fg% | 3p% | ft% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 NBL1 West | 11 | 16.6 | 7.3 | 4.6 | 2.2 | 0.5 | 44.0% | 15.9% | 71.8% |
| 2025 NBL1 West | 23 | 23.8 | 9.1 | 5.6 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 51.0% | 25.5% | 62.7% |
| 2024 NBL1 West | 24 | 22.4 | 7.2 | 4.3 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 49.8% | 29.5% | 59.7% |
| 2023 NBL1 West | 26 | 19.9 | 7.2 | 5.0 | 1.3 | 0.8 | 49.8% | 22.4% | 62.0% |
| 2022 NBL1 West | 25 | 20.0 | 7.1 | 3.6 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 46.8% | 27.1% | 48.8% |
| 2021 NBL1 Central | 21 | 24.4 | 7.3 | 5.0 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 49.0% | 33.6% | 55.8% |