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ESPN FPI predicts No. 13 Texas A&M’s road test vs. Texas on Saturday

Here is how ESPN’ FPI predictor sees Texas A&M vs. Texas playing out on Saturday afternoon

Texas A&M (15-4, 4-2 SEC) entered the week as the 13th-ranked team in the country, and with the return of star guard Wade Taylor IV, the Aggies were in good spirits before taking on No. 16 Ole Miss on the road during Wednesday night’s SEC showdown.

Throughout conference play, Texas A&M’s defense has stopped chiefly opposing offenses from reaching their scoring averages, which continued against the Rebels before one of the craziest endings to place in favor of the road team.

The Aggies remained competitive in a game with only 13 free throw attempts by making 7 of 9 from the line. Ole Miss guard Davon Barnes missed a free throw with just 19 seconds left, providing the Aggies an opportunity to tie or take the lead.

Senior guard Zhuric Phelps then assisted Manny Obaseki on a crucial 3-pointer, and a strong defensive play secured Texas A&M’s unexpected 63-62 win. With the victory, the Aggies hold a combined 10-4 Quad 1 & 2 record, tied for third nationally.

Next, the Aggies will travel to face rival Texas on Saturday afternoon, looking to sweep the Longhorns and reach an impressive 5-2 start to SEC play. Before the game, here is how ESPN FPI is predicting the matchup:

ESPN FPI:

Texas A&M: 43.1% chance to win

Texas: 56.9% chance to win

Texas A&M defeated the Longhorns 80-60 in Reed Arena to open SEC play. Still, after defeating Missouri earlier this week, Texas is improving defensively and is desperate to build a winning streak to help their NCAA Tournament resume.

Texas A&M will stay on the road when they travel to Austin to face Texas on Jan. 25 at 1:30 p.m. CST. The game can be watched on ESPN2.

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Hoops star Tre Johnson Longhorn career off to impressive start

Through 14 games, Johnson has not disappointed

Coming into the 2024-2025 campaign, expectations were high for Longhorns freshman Tre Johnson. The talented guard was ranked as the fifth-best player in his class by 247 Sports Composite, ESPN, and Rivals. Through 14 games, Johnson has not disappointed.

So far this season, Johnson has been one of the Longhorns’ best players. He is averaging a team-high 18.9 points per game while shooting 47.5 percent from the field. As Texas has gotten off to an 11-5 start, Johnson has shown he can carry a team with no signs of slowing down.

Additionally, he has excelled from beyond the arc. Entering play on Sunday, the Texas native was shooting 41.1 % from three-point range. That is the fourth-best mark on the team, trailing only Nic Codie, Jamie Vinson, and Arthur Kaluma.

As Johnson looks to build on his success, he coming off one of his best games of the season. On Saturday against Tennessee, Johnson scored 26 points which was his most in a game since November eighth. It marked the fifth time this season that Johnson scored more than 20 points in a game.

While the regular season is far from over, it is already apparent that the Longhorns have a star in Johnson. He can impact in many ways and has had no issue with being in the spotlight.

What Johnson does for the rest of the season should be fun to watch, as he has been a human highlight over the last few months for the Longhorns.

Texas Hoops escapes last-minute push from NC State, 63-59

Texas thwarts off last-minute push by NC State to stay undefeated since Ohio.

The Texas Longhorns capped off the SEC and ACC Challenge with a 63-59 win over the NC State Wolfpack. The Longhorns entered the matchup on a six-game winning streak, having not lost since dropping the season opener in Las Vegas to Ohio State on Nov. 4. Their last victory was over Delaware State in Austin on Friday night.

Tre Johnson led the charge with 18 points on 7-of-15 shooting, including an impressive 4-of-6 from beyond the arc. Jordan Pope contributed 13 points and three rebounds, while Tramon Mark added 10 points with solid two-way play. A last-minute defensive stand by NC native Kadin Shedrick sealed the victory for the Longhorns.

On the opposing side, NC State’s Marcus Hill delivered 16 points on efficient 7-of-11 shooting, while Dontrez Styles came off the bench to score 17 points and provide defensive intensity. Despite their efforts, the Wolfpack struggled from beyond the arc, converting just 5-of-14 attempts compared to Texas’ impressive 47.1%. The rebounding battle also favored the Longhorns, who pulled down 37 boards to NC State’s 30, giving them the edge in second-chance opportunities and overall control of the game.

Texas’ balanced attack and sharp three-point shooting ultimately made the difference. With this win, the Longhorns turn their focus to an exciting matchup against the defending national champion UConn Huskies at the Moody Center on the 8th.

Team Stats Comparison:

Category Texas Longhorns NC State Wolfpack
Field Goal % 45.3% 44.4%
3-Point FG % 47.1% 35.7%
Free Throw % 50.0% 42.9%
Rebounds 37 30
Assists 11 15
Turnovers 12 9

Tre Johnson earns first weekly award of Longhorns career

In his first two games of the season, Johnson has shown why he has a bright future

In the first month of his college career, Tre Johnson is already making headlines. On Monday, the Longhorns guard was named the Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week. In his first two games of the season, Johnson has shown why he has a bright future.

As the Longhorns have gotten off to a 1-1 start, Johnson is averaging a team-best 28.5 points per game while shooting 55.3 percent from the floor. The Link Academy High School product has been deadly from three-point range, converting 55.6 percent of his shots. He has also made an impact on the boards, averaging 3.5 rebounds a game.

While Johnson has been at the center of the Longhorns offense, he also etched himself into the record books. Against Ohio State, the Texas native set the program record for most points in a freshman debut with 29. The previous record holder was Kevin Durant.

After making history, Johnson did not let up in the Longhorns’ first win of the season. On Friday, he led the way offensively for Texas with 28 points and three assists. He was the only Longhorns player to score more than 20 points.

On Tuesday night, Johnson will get to build on his success when the Longhorns take on Chicago State. Texas is heavily favored heading into their third game of the season, with Chicago State off to an 0-2 start.

Freshman Tre Johnson shines in Longhorns debut

While Texas began the 2024-2025 campaign with a loss, Johnson showed why excitement has been building for his college career to start

After months of anticipation, Tre Johnson made his Longhorns debut on Monday against the Ohio State Buckeyes. While Texas began the 2024-2025 campaign with a loss, Johnson showed why excitement has been building for his college career to start.

In 39 minutes, the Texas native made 10 of his 20 shots for 29 points while dishing out four assists. He also finished tied for second on the team in rebounds with five and saw the most floor-time of any Longhorns starter. As the game went down to the wire, Texas was not afraid to lean on its talented freshman.

While Johnson was a human highlight reel, he etched himself into the history books. The Lake Highlands product broke Kevin Durant’s school record for most points in a debut for a Texas freshman. He was ranked the sixth-best player in his recruiting class, and the increased pressure did not phase him.

“I feel like it most definitely has, because even before I went to Link (Academy), I played in a lot of big, packed-out gyms and packed-out environments,” Johnson told the media.” So just to being here, with there being a lot of fans really didn’t bother me or faze me. I didn’t even notice it. So I feel like those environments, growing up in high school, did help out a lot.”

When the Longhorns are back in action on Friday, Johnson will get a chance to build on his success. On Monday, Johnson showed he is ready to lead this team and be a vital part of the offense.

Tramon Mark and Tre Johnson named to coaches’ preseason All-SEC teams

The Longhorns were well represented, with Tramon Mark and Tre Johnson making the cut

As October ended, the SEC announced the men’s basketball coaches preseason All-SEC teams. The Longhorns were well represented, with Tramon Mark and Tre Johnson making the cut. They were both chosen by league coaches.

For Mark, the honor comes as no surprise. During his college career, Mark has appeared in 107 games for Houston and Arkansas, recording 1,200 points and 424 rebounds. He is coming off the best season of his career, in which he averaged a team-high 16.2 points per game for Arkansas.

In Johnson, the Longhorns have one of the most talented players in the freshman class. He was the No. 5-ranked player nationally in the class of 2024 by 247 Sports Composite, ESPN, and Rivals. Johnson was a human highlight reel during his prep career, scoring 2,563 points. He was named the 2024 MaxPreps State of Missouri Player of the Year.

The Longhorns have a talented duo in Johnson and Mark, who should make life difficult for SEC teams. Mark brings needed experience to the locker room, and Johnson has one of the highest ceilings in the class. That has created excitement for what the 2024-2025 campaign holds.

On Tuesday night, the Longhorns will open their season with a neutral-site matchup against Ohio State as part of the Hall of Fame Series Las Vegas Opening Night event. It will be the first chance for Johnson and Mark to show why coaches hold them in high regard.

Texas commit Tre Johnson shines in McDonalds All-American game

Tre Johnson showcases three-point range in McDonald’s All-American game.

Texas guard commit Tre Johnson is a threat from the three-point line. That much is evident from his performance at the McDonald’s All-American game.

In the game, Johnson stepped into a fast break three-pointer off the dribble to sink the long range basket for his team. The shot prompted the broadcast crew to comment on his long range shooting ability. The broadcaster gave the following analysis.

“He has an NBA scoring package. He knows how to get to his spots, he’s got great footwork, he’s got range, he’s got the pull-up.”

The above description of the Houston prospect bodes well for a Texas team that needs all of the above qualities from its wing players next season. The Longhorns lacked those qualities on the court in 2024. Johnson will likely need help from veteran portal additions to improve Texas from its last campaign, but has the skill set to make an impact for the team right away.

Texas will determine the right role for the Houston native as he works with the team this offseason.

Johnson, Quaintance headline SEC signees on McDonald’s All-American Game rosters

Johnson, Quaintance headline SEC signees selected to McDonald’s All-American Game

The official rosters for the upcoming 2024 McDonald’s All-American Game were released Tuesday afternoon, with multiple SEC signees selected to play in this year’s version of the annual contest.

With players selected only from the 2024 class, Alabama and Kentucky led all SEC programs with two signees each, and were both tied with Duke, North Carolina, and Rutgers for the most players selected.

Those SEC signees, as well as where they are committed to play in 2024-25, are as follows (Rankings according to 247Sports Composite):

East: 4-star C John Bol (Ole Miss), 5-star CG Boogie Fland (Kentucky), 5-star CG Tahaad Pettiford (Auburn), 5-star C Jayden Quaintance (Kentucky)

West: 5-star SG Tre Johnson (Texas), 5-star PF Derrion Reid (Alabama), 5-star C Aiden Sherrell (Alabama)

The McDonald’s All-American Game is one of the premier annual events on the high school basketball calendar, featuring many of the nation’s best prep prospects. This year’s McDonald’s All-American Game will take place Apr. 2, 2024, from Toyota Center in Houston, TX.

Five-star shooting guard Tre Johnson commits to Texas

Tre Johnson is considered the best shooting guard in the class of 2024, ranking No. 1 in Texas and No. 5 in the country.

The Texas Longhorns secured another top recruit in five-star shooting guard Tre Johnson from Dallas on Wednesday. Johnson is considered the best shooting guard in the class of 2024, ranking No. 1 in Texas and No. 5 in the country.

He committed to the Longhorns during an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show and credited former Texas Longhorns star Kevin Durant.

Johnson, standing at 6-foot-6, 190-pounds, is widely considered one of the top scorers in the country due to his elite ability to put the ball in the basket. He shoots 80% from the free throw line, and though he is a scorer, he averages nearly four assists per game.

Rodney Terry has done an exceptional job recruiting since becoming head coach, securing a bright future for the Longhorns.

Early signing period: Tre Johnson, a 5-star guard from Texas, announces his top two schools

Tre Johnson has narrowed his recruitment down to two schools.

Tre Johnson remains one of the top uncommitted high school basketball players in the nation, but it appears that the five-star guard has honed in on a final two.

And while a number of top players have already signed in this class, what with the early signing period having started on Wednesday, Johnson has yet to give a verbal. It makes for an intriguing recruitment, as it appears that two schools in Texas have distanced themselves from the pack in Johnson’s recruitment.

A 6-foot-6 guard from Link Academy (Dallas, Texas), Johnson is one of the top players in the nation and is ranked the fifth-best recruit in the 2024 class by 247Sports.

“I’m down to Baylor and Texas right now,” Johnson said according to Sports Illustrated. “I’m just trying to get a feel of it, trying to see different games, see their style of play and see different guys on their teams that could be me in that position.”

He is the second-highest ranked recruit who is uncommitted. The highest-ranked recruit withot giving a verbal is five-star guard Dylan Harper from Don Bosco Prep (Ramsey, New Jersey).

According to Adam Zagoria (of Zags Blog and NJ Advanced Media) there is no indication of if the-five star will be signing with a team over the next week.

The early signing period will conclude on Nov. 15.

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