Five-Star Plus+ SG Tre Johnson commits to Texas
Tre Johnson, a five-star recruit and the No. 1 ranked shooting guard, is returning to his home state to play college basketball at the University of Texas.
The 6-foot-5 Dallas native is currently playing his high school ball at powerhouse Link Academy in Branson, Mo. He chose ultimately chose Rodney Terry and the Longhorns over Baylor, but also received offers from Kentucky, Kansas, and others.
Johnson spoke to On3 and discussed why he chose UT.
“I chose Texas because I like their family culture and my relationship with the coaching staff.”
His relationship with Rodney Terry and the coaching staff played a big role in his decision.
“We have a great relationship. I feel I can be myself around them and I feel they would push me and help better myself.”
Johnson’s versatility will show next season in Austin as the coaching staff also wants him to play some point guard.
“They want me to play on and off the ball. Sometimes play the one and create for others.”
Johnson has a final message for UT fans.
“I’m a winner and I’m trying to come in and do some winning.”
According to the On3 Industry Rankings, Johnson is the No. 4 overall prospect in the 2024 cycle. He’s also the No. 1 shooting guard prospect. The On3 Industry Ranking is a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.
Scouting Report
“Tre Johnson has a good frame with plenty of room to continue adding muscle. He has natural length and above-average pop and quickness. His calling card is his shooting. Johnson is a knockdown shooter with deep range, able to make shots off the catch or the bounce. He has great balance with a repeatable release at all levels. His footwork is very impressive. He is able to attack his spots in the half-court, whether setting up in the mid-post or on the perimeter. Johnson can get where he wants off two or three dibbles with a less-is-more offensive approach. Johnson has a smooth game; he does not get rushed, and he is filled with confidence when the ball is in his hands. He has the dimensions to be a solid defender, with the length and IQ, understanding of positioning. His dad signed with Baylor out of high school and was a 1,000 point scorer throughout college.” – On3’s Jamie Shaw
About Tre Johnson
Success runs in Tre Johnson’s family. His father, Richard Johnson Jr., started his basketball career at Baylor before transferring to Midwestern State. During his college career, he scored more than 1,100 points and shot more than 38.8% from 3-point range. Johnson is viewed by On3 basketball analysts as a “unique scorer,” and he’s been widely viewed as one of the nation’s top prospects in the country for years. “From day one, we planned to be here, but we didn’t know how it was going to happen or when it was going to happen,” Richard Johnson told CBSDFW.com. “So, us being here, it’s kind of exciting, but we kind of handled it like it’s what we expected.” During his sophomore season at Dallas Lake Highlands High School, Johnson averaged 23.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists for a 32-5 team. That success carried over to his junior year. During four games at the prestigious City of Palms Tournament in December 2022, Johnson averaged 23 points, 8 rebounds and 2.3 assists. He also led Lake Highlands to the championship of the Allen Holiday Invitational, finishing with 32 points, 14 rebounds, four assists and three blocks in the title game. His high school coach calls Johnson a “human highlight reel.” “When the lights come on, it’s a big game and it’s a big moment, he is always ready and he’s always delivered,” Lake Highlands coach Joe Duffield said. “He has been doing that since he was young.” Johnson idolizes Lebron James and Kevin Durant. He even got to work out with Durant and talks with him often. “Joining him in the NBA is my long-term goal,” Johnson said.