Tre Johnson talks Kentucky and potential pro options

One of many first gamers to listen to from the Kentucky Wildcats within the class of 2024 was Tre Johnson.

The 6-foot-5 guard out of Dallas (TX), additionally acquired a suggestion on the primary day rising juniors had been capable of keep up a correspondence with school coaches earlier this month. With new assistant coach Ok.T. Turner’s connections in Texas, the Cats are lining as much as make an all out push for the proficient guard.

Johnson talked with Joe Tipton of On3 on Sunday on the USA Basketball U17 tryouts this previous weekend, and the 5-star guard has some thrilling issues to say in regards to the UK program.

“It was wonderful after they provided as a result of I man I look as much as, Tyrese Maxey, went to Kentucky,” Johnson stated. “I talked to him about it, and he had some good issues to say. I do know Tyrese properly. After I obtained the supply, I labored out with him the following day. He simply stated congrats and advised me some good issues about Kentucky.

“Kentucky is one other program about successful, and he provides his guards freedom.”

Johnson has additionally referred to Kentucky as his ‘dream college’ whereas he was rising up. With the plain connection to Tyrese Maxey, this recruitment might find yourself being an enormous win for the Cats on the recruiting path. They may first nevertheless have to carry off some huge identify school {and professional} applications to safe his dedication.

With Duke and Baylor each competing in opposition to Kentucky, Johnson talked about to Tipton that the skilled route is a severe choice, particularly the Time beyond regulation Elite and NBA G-League.

The Cats are going to have a battle on their palms in the event that they hope to safe a dedication from Johnson. Needs to be a enjoyable recruitment to observe together with.

Johnson is presently ranked as a 5-star prospect within the class of 2024 by the 247 Sports activities Composite rankings. Additionally they listing him because the No. 2 taking pictures guard within the class, and the No. 3 general participant.

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