Newark Art´s Star Shooting Guard: Spencer Joyner

Spencer Joyner is a 2023 recruit who plays Shooting Guard at Newark Arts High School. Joyner is ranked among one of the Top recruits in the class of 2023 and is ranked among one of the Top Shooting Guards in the class as well. In addition, Joyner is listed among one of the Top recruits in the state of New Jersey and is listed among one of the Top Shooting Guards in the state of New Jersey. According to 247 Sports, his top offers are, LSU, Seton Hall, and Texas A&M.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NBA Players?

Growing up I was inspired by LeBron James.

What high school is your biggest rival?

Our biggest rival is West Side High School in Newark NJ.

What songs do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

 I listen to Meek Mill, Lil Baby, and Drill Music.

What do you like to do outside of playing basketball?

 I love to draw, run track, listen to music, work out, go on bike rides, and hang out with friends and family.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

One of my favorite memories of my career is winning the division championship for my school. My team was the 2nd team to do it in school history last year.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best player I have played with is Dariq Whitehead.

What is your favorite food?

My favorite food is Alfredo Pasta.

When did you realize you were talented at basketball?

I realized I was talented once I started playing basketball in the 3rd grade.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

 I would want to meet Kyrie Irving and to also thank him for paying my school tuition for the entire year while I was dealing with a brain condition called pseudotumor cerebri that I don’t have anymore but dealt with for a whole year.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

When LeBron James and Kyrie Irving led Cleveland in a comeback from a 1-3 deficit in the 2016 NBA Finals.