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USA Today
10-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Texas' Tre Johnson projected No. 5 in ESPN NBA mock draft
Texas' Tre Johnson projected No. 5 in ESPN NBA mock draft Tre Johnson could be the star of the Philadelphia 76ers franchise. After a standout freshman campaign in Texas' inaugural SEC season, Longhorns guard Tre Johnson is officially headed to the NBA — and he's making waves on draft boards. Johnson was projected as the No. 5 overall pick by ESPN analysts Jonathan Givony and Jeremy Woo in their latest NBA mock draft released Tuesday, with the Philadelphia 76ers pegged as his likely destination. 'The Sixers, already eliminated from the postseason, would be thrilled to keep their pick after a miserable season and could have interest in adding a 19-year-old wing who'd bring plenty of scoring power,' Givony said. The 6-foot-6 guard led both Texas and the SEC with 19.9 points per game, while shooting 42.7 percent from the field and an impressive 39.7 percent from beyond the arc. Johnson appeared in 33 games, missing only two due to injury, and averaged 34.7 minutes, 3.1 rebounds and 2.7 assists per contest. His 31 steals tied for second-most on the team. Terry helped guide the Longhorns to a berth in the NCAA Tournament First Four. Despite falling to the Xavier Musketeers — led by new Texas head coach Sean Miller — Johnson poured in 23 points in the loss, marking his 15th game with at least 20 points. Throughout the season, Johnson proved to be Texas' go-to scorer. He recorded double-digit points in all but two games and notched three performances with 30 or more. His signature moment came in a rivalry win over Texas A&M in January, where he scored 30 points to lead the Longhorns to a 70–69 victory. He later set a career-high 39 points in a February overtime loss to Arkansas. With the NBA Draft looming, Johnson's elite scoring ability and consistent production have earned him a spot as one of the top prospects in the country — and possibly the next face of a franchise.
USA Today
07-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Major takeaways from Wisconsin basketball landing San Diego State transfer guard Nick Boyd
Major takeaways from Wisconsin basketball landing San Diego State transfer guard Nick Boyd The Wisconsin Badgers landed a transfer commitment from former San Diego State guard Nick Boyd on Sunday. The four-star prospect chose Wisconsin over top contender North Carolina, which he also visited during his recruitment. The rising sixth-year senior is 247Sports' No. 45 overall player in the portal and No. 11 shooting guard. His addition pushed the Badgers' transfer class up to No. 16 nationally. Boyd joins Wisconsin after a strong 2024-25 season at San Diego State. He led the Aztecs in points (13.4) and assists (3.9 assists) while shooting 41% from the floor and 35% from 3. While the team fell in the NCAA Tournament First Four to North Carolina, the year continued Boyd's strong career trajectory after an impressive multi-year run at FAU. Wisconsin's starting lineup and rotation continue to gain clarity with Boyd's addition. He is a write-in starting combo guard beside John Blackwell, assuming Blackwell doesn't enter the NBA draft. The two should create one of the Big Ten's better backcourt duos. For more on the fallout from Boyd's commitment and what it means for the Badgers' 2025-26 season, here are some key takeaways: Boyd adds a key veteran presence and a track record of March success Boyd's strong production (13.4 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.9 assists in 2024-25) is enough of a reason to be excited about his commitment. But past the statistical profile, the senior guard brings a March Madness track record that none on Wisconsin's roster can match. Boyd helped lead FAU to an improbable Final Four run in 2023, then to another NCAA Tournament appearance the following season. That type of March Madness experience is rare in the transfer portal. It should help Blackwell and the Badgers' other rising stars work to reverse the program's eight years of postseason disappointment. Boyd's commitment caps a best-case transfer recruiting run for Wisconsin Boyd is the third four-star transfer prospect to commit to Wisconsin in the last six days. The team beat several top programs in those recruiting races, including North Carolina for Boyd, Michigan for forward Austin Rapp and Iowa State for guard Andrew Rohde. Wisconsin addressed the major holes in its lineup with those three additions. Big picture, the three commitments represent a best-case run for Greg Gard and his staff. Boyd, Rohde and Rapp were instantly among their top targets and leading pursuits from the moment the portal opened. Wisconsin prioritized a clear player profile Boyd, Rapp and Rohde all join Wisconsin under different circumstances. Boyd will be a sixth-year senior with years of strong production, Rohde joins after a breakthrough 2024-25 season at Virginia and Rapp is fresh off a West Coast Conference Freshman of the Year campaign. But there is a clear throughline: all are terrific 3-point shooters and can score without a high shot volume. Rohde shot a blistering 41% from long range at Virginia last season while averaging 9.3 points on just 7.8 shot attempts per game. Rapp leads this headline, as he led the WCC in 3-point attempts (83), makes (236) and percentage (35%) last season. Boyd, finally, shot 35% from deep in 2024-25. He averaged 13.4 points on 10.5 shot attempts per game, plus led his team in assists (3.9). Gard has built a versatile lineup that can shoot well and distribute the basketball from one through five. The 2024-25 team was a great preview of that dynamic. Rapp now replaces Steven Crowl, Boyd replaces Max Klesmit and Rohde fills John Tonje's wing role. Together, they should help the Badgers starting group not miss a beat next season. Gard's offensive overhaul continues to pay dividends Gard's work to overhaul Wisconsin's offensive approach and overall program over the last few years continues to pay dividends. As mentioned, the team landed transfers over North Carolina, Michigan and Iowa State, among others. It's clear that those players, from a senior in Boyd to a sophomore in Rapp, view Wisconsin's system as one where they can develop, put up big numbers and potentially jump to the NBA. That was not the reality just three years ago. NIL-based or not, Wisconsin was not beating top programs for coveted transfers. Wisconsin is another depth addition or two away from being a Big Ten favorite Assuming Blackwell is back, Wisconsin's projected starting lineup could go against any in the Big Ten. The only question remains deeper in the rotation, where Carter Gilmore and Kamari McGee played such critical roles in 2024-25. Jack Janicki and Xavier Amos should begin to fill those shoes. But Wisconsin is likely one or two key depth options away from being a legitimate Big Ten favorite. But overall, any outstanding questions about Gard and Wisconsin excelling in the transfer age should be put to rest. He is in full control of Wisconsin's roster management and has the program set to contend for Big Ten titles in the years to come. Contact/Follow @TheBadgersWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Wisconsin Badgers news, notes and opinion
Associated Press
20-03-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Southern defeats UC San Diego women 68-56 for its first NCAA Tournament win in seven appearances
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Soniyah Reed came off the bench to score 19 of her 24 points in the first half when Southern built a big lead that it was able to ride to a 68-56 NCAA Tournament First Four win over UC San Diego on Wednesday night. The 16th-seeded Jaguars (21-14) won for the first time in seven tournament appearances and go up against overall No. 1 seed UCLA in the round of 64 on Friday. Reed, who came in averaging under 11 points a game, made 8 of 10 shots including three 3-pointers. Aniya Gourdine shot 7 of 14 and added 17 points and seven rebounds. Tionna Lidge scored 12 points on 6-of-8 shooting. The Jaguars shot 49%. Sumayah Sugapong led UCSD (20-16) with 19 points, making three 3-pointers, and had six assists. Parker Montgomery hit four 3-pointers and added 15 points. The Triton duo combined for 25 second-half points. UCSD, which reached the tournament in its first year of eligibility, shot 34%. A 3-pointer by Sabrina Ma and a bucket from Junae Mahan got the Tritons within six with a minute to go before Southern's free throws accounted for the remainder of the scoring. Montgomery and Sugapong hit a pair of 3-pointers apiece and combined for all but two of UCSD's 20 third-quarter points to cut a 20-point deficit to nine heading into the final period. The game was tied only at 2-2. Reed, who entered midway through the first quarter, made a trio of 3-pointers and added another bucket in leading the Jaguars to a 19-11 first-quarter edge. Gourdine had a pair of 3-pointers and Reed eight straight points in the second quarter when Southern outscored UCSD 21-9.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Southern defeats UC San Diego women 68-56 for its first NCAA Tournament win in seven appearances
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Soniyah Reed came off the bench to score 19 of her 24 points in the first half when Southern built a big lead that it was able to ride to a 68-56 NCAA Tournament First Four win over UC San Diego on Wednesday night. The 16th-seeded Jaguars (21-14) won for the first time in seven tournament appearances and go up against overall No. 1 seed UCLA in the round of 64 on Friday. Reed, who came in averaging under 11 points a game, made 8 of 10 shots including three 3-pointers. Aniya Gourdine shot 7 of 14 and added 17 points and seven rebounds. Tionna Lidge scored 12 points on 6-of-8 shooting. The Jaguars shot 49%. Sumayah Sugapong led UCSD (20-16) with 19 points, making three 3-pointers, and had six assists. Parker Montgomery hit four 3-pointers and added 15 points. The Triton duo combined for 25 second-half points. UCSD, which reached the tournament in its first year of eligibility, shot 34%. A 3-pointer by Sabrina Ma and a bucket from Junae Mahan got the Tritons within six with a minute to go before Southern's free throws accounted for the remainder of the scoring. Montgomery and Sugapong hit a pair of 3-pointers apiece and combined for all but two of UCSD's 20 third-quarter points to cut a 20-point deficit to nine heading into the final period. The game was tied only at 2-2. Reed, who entered midway through the first quarter, made a trio of 3-pointers and added another bucket in leading the Jaguars to a 19-11 first-quarter edge. Gourdine had a pair of 3-pointers and Reed eight straight points in the second quarter when Southern outscored UCSD 21-9. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here. AP women's college basketball: and
USA Today
18-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
How to watch North Carolina Tar Heels: NCAA Tournament First Four live stream info, TV channel, game time
How to watch North Carolina Tar Heels: NCAA Tournament First Four live stream info, TV channel, game time | March 18 The North Carolina Tar Heels (22-13) and the San Diego State Aztecs (21-9) will meet on Tuesday with a spot in the Round of 64 of the NCAA Tournament bracket up for grabs. This First Four matchup tips off at 9:10 p.m. ET, watch on truTV. To prepare for this college hoops showdown, here is everything you need to get ready for Tuesday's action. San Diego State vs. North Carolina: How to watch on TV or live stream Game day: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 Tuesday, March 18, 2025 Game time: 9:10 p.m. ET 9:10 p.m. ET Location: Dayton, Ohio Dayton, Ohio Arena: UD Arena UD Arena TV Channel: truTV truTV Live Stream: Sling TV - Watch Now! Check out: USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll Watch the NCAA Tournament on Sling TV! North Carolina vs. San Diego State stats and trends With 80.8 points per game on offense, North Carolina ranks 32nd in the country. At the other end of the court, it cedes 75 points per contest, which ranks 271st in college basketball. The Tar Heels are grabbing 33.3 rebounds per game (100th-ranked in college basketball) this year, while allowing 31.2 rebounds per contest (188th-ranked). North Carolina is averaging 14.6 dimes per game, which ranks them 100th in college basketball in 2024-25. The Tar Heels are committing 10.6 turnovers per game (129th-ranked in college basketball) this year, while forcing 10.1 turnovers per contest (296th-ranked). North Carolina is sinking 7.9 treys per game (152nd-ranked in college basketball) this year, while sporting a 35.3% three-point percentage (101st-ranked). With 7.8 threes conceded per game, the Tar Heels are 211th in college basketball. They are allowing a 33.5% shooting percentage from downtown, which ranks 174th in college basketball. So far this year, North Carolina has taken 63% two-pointers, accounting for 72.5% of the team's baskets. It has shot 37% from beyond the arc (27.5% of the team's baskets). North Carolina vs. San Diego State Odds and Spread Spread Favorite: Tar Heels (-4.5) Tar Heels (-4.5) Moneyline: North Carolina (-199), San Diego State (+164) North Carolina (-199), San Diego State (+164) Total: 142.5 points NCAA Basketball odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Tuesday at 12:29 p.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Watch the NCAA Tournament on Sling TV! Follow the latest college sports coverage at College Sports Wire.
