Kenny Boynton Jr. (born January 12, 1991) is an American professional basketball player. A combo guard, he is best known for his collegiate career at the University of Florida and his extensive professional career playing in various leagues internationally.
Early Life and College Career Born in Pompano Beach, Florida, Boynton attended American Heritage School in Plantation, Florida, where he distinguished himself as a highly-touted basketball prospect. He was a McDonald's All-American and a consensus five-star recruit, ranking among the top players in his class.
Boynton committed to the University of Florida and played for the Florida Gators from 2009 to 2013 under coach Billy Donovan. Throughout his four years, he was a key offensive player for the Gators, known for his scoring ability and athleticism. He started nearly every game of his collegiate career and became one of the program's all-time leading scorers, surpassing 1,000 points. As a senior in the 2012-2013 season, Boynton helped lead the Gators to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament. His college career was marked by consistent performance and multiple deep runs in the NCAA tournament.
Professional Career After going undrafted in the 2013 NBA draft, Boynton embarked on a professional career that has seen him play in numerous countries across Europe and Asia. His professional journey includes stints with:
- France: Châlons-Reims
- Greece: Apollon Patras
- Turkey: Türk Telekom, Sakarya BB, Pınar Karşıyaka, Gaziantep Basketbol
- Israel: Maccabi Rishon LeZion
- Kazakhstan: BC Astana
- Russia: Enisey Krasnoyarsk
- Lithuania: Žalgiris Kaunas
- Italy: Pallacanestro Reggiana
- Slovenia: KK Cedevita Olimpija
Throughout his international career, Boynton has consistently been a significant contributor and a reliable scorer for his teams, often featuring as a primary offensive threat in the backcourt. His career highlights include participating in various domestic league playoffs and continental competitions like the EuroLeague and EuroCup.