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USA Today
17 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Lowe: Projected lottery pick Tre Johnson performing well in draft workouts
Former Texas guard Tre Johnson is reportedly performing well in workouts and improving his stock ahead of the 2025 NBA draft, according to Zach Lowe of The Ringer. Johnson was the SEC Freshman of the Year last season, averaging 19.9 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 33 games on 39.7% shooting from 3-point range. He was the 10th player in program history to be honored as Freshman of the Year. Though Johnson has been linked only to the Utah Jazz on the workout circuit, the 6-foot-5 standout is dazzling on the court in front of executives. He is having a strong showing ahead of the draft, which was discussed on the latest episode of the "Zach Lowe Show." I have heard that he is just killing workouts. People are coming away with like, 'Oh my god. We knew this guy could shoot but this guy can really freaking shoot.' ... He seems to be a name that I just hear more good stuff about as we come closer to the draft. Johnson scored in double figures in all but two games, becoming the sixth freshman in history to lead the SEC in scoring average. He finished with the highest scoring average by a Longhorns player since J'Covan Brown in the 2011-12 season (20.1). The 19-year-old is considered a possible top-five pick because of his dynamic scoring ability and potential to pull up from all over the court. He dazzled on offense by creating for himself and hitting difficult shots on the move or with his patented step-backs and side-steps. Johnson also boasts a 6-foot, 10 1/4-inch wingspan that will enable him to play on the wing next season in the NBA. He brings good size and projects to develop into a franchise cornerstone for the team that ultimately selects him in the first round on Wednesday.
Newsweek
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Warriors Are Reportedly Already Preparing to Trade for Celtics Star
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. After the Golden State Warriors were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves, it was clear that Stephen Curry could use more help. Without Curry on the floor, the Warriors looked like a shell of a team. Plenty of possible options have already been suggested. Both Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo have been talked about a lot. There is another intriguing trade target Golden State could consider pursuing. In that scenario, the Warriors would be pursuing a major trade with the Boston Celtics. Head coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter of Game One of the Second Round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center on... Head coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter of Game One of the Second Round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center on May 06, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. More Photo byHeading into the offseason, the future of the Celtics is very much in question. With new ownership in town, Boston is expected to explore cost-cutting moves. That could leave a star or two available in trade discussions. Read more: Celtics' Cooper Flagg Decision Sparks Trade Rumors According to Logan Murdock on the Zach Lowe Show, as shared by NBA Central on X, Golden State is looking at the idea of trading for Celtics' guard Derrick White. "Another guy that I think you should look at for the Warriors going forward is Derrick White," he said. "I think that's something the Warriors are looking at right now." White would be a very intriguing addition for the Warriors. He has been an integral part of the success Boston has had in recent years. In addition, he would take a lot of pressure off of Curry in the back-court. During the 2024-25 NBA season with the Celtics, White played in 76 games. He averaged 16.4 points per game to go along with 4.8 assists, 4.5 rebounds, 1.1 blocks, and 0.9 steals. White also shot 44.2 percent from the floor and 38.4 percent from three-point range. Read more: Stephen A. Smith Turns Heads With Comments Ahead of Knicks-Pacers Adding those numbers to the lineup would be a nice step in the right direction for Golden State. In order to land White, the Warriors would likely have to give up some decent value. However, he would not cost the same as pursuing another Boston star like Jaylen Brown. At 30 years old, White is in the prime of his career and is playing his best basketball. Golden State would be getting a player with championship experience who would fit their current window and help them pursue another ring while Curry is still playing at an elite level. Expect to hear a lot of rumors about the Warriors heading into the offseason. White is one name to keep a close eye on. For more Golden State Warriors and general NBA news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
