Koren Johnson - College Basketball News & Rumors

Back to bench Saturday Johnson will return to a bench role Saturday against Colorado State, Percy Allen of The Seattle Times reports.

Impact Johnson excelled in his first start since the season opener, posting 14 points, five boards, and three assists over 30 minutes with Paul Mulcahy (undisclosed) sidelined. Mulcahy is back in the action Saturday, resulting in Johnson shifting back to a bench role and likely seeing his minutes trail off again.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

3 thoughts: San Diego State 79, Saint Mary's 54 ... On Koren Johnson, rooting for the Gaels and a crooked backboard The Washington guard decommitted from SDSU now plays against the Aztecs, can Saint Mary's right the ship and the favorable basket at T-Mobil...

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Washington plays Northern Kentucky after Johnson's 25-point showing

Washington plays the Northern Kentucky Norse after Koren Johnson scored 25 points in Washington's 91-57 victory against the Bellarmine Knights

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • Associated Press

From reserve to star, Koren Johnson leads Washington vs. NKU Mar 8, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Washington Huskies guard Koren Johnson (0) awaits a free throw attempt against the Colorado Buffaloes durin...

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Explodes in opener Johnson totaled 25 points (10-14 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two assists, one block and two steals over 27 minutes during Monday's 91-57 win over Bellarmine.

Impact Johnson flashed as a freshman, averaging 6.8 points in 19.5 minutes per game. He has a blend of speed and offensive craft to be a real difference-maker in Washington's offense. His role is worth monitoring, but Johnson is a breakout candidate.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Koren Johnson hits 5 3s, scores 25, Washington beats Bellarmine 91-57 in opener

Koren Johnson hit five 3-pointers and finished with a career-high 25 points, Keion Brooks Jr. added 22 points and Washington beat Bellarmine 91-57 in the season opener for both tea...

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • Associated Press

Huskies Answer the Opening Bell With Easy Win Over Bellarmine The UW was led by returning sophomore guard Koren Johnson, who scored a career-best 25.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM

Booms as sixth man Johnson posted 21 points (8-15 FG, 5-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), one rebound, three assists, one steal and one block in 22 minutes during Sunday's 103-58 victory over Saint Martin's.

Impact Johnson caught fire from deep, which is a promising sign after he connected on just 32.1 percent of 2.9 threes per game as a true freshman last season. Johnson is a dynamic athlete with more scoring chops than Sahvir Wheeler and Paul Mulcahy, which should carve out a sizable role as Washington's third guard.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Koren Johnson Commits to Another UW Season, Needs Something in Return The Seattle guard should be ready to become more of a focal player for the Huskies.

MARCH 18, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Solid outing in loss Johnson accumulated 13 points (5-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-3 FT), three rebounds, four assists and two steals in 30 minutes before fouling out of Thursday's 93-84 loss to Washington State.

Impact Johnson finished with 13 points, four assists and two steals as the Huskies were defeated by the Cougars on Thursday. The 6-foot-2 freshman put together a solid campaign for Washington, averaging 6.5 points, 1.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.2 steals on 19.3 minutes per game (28 appearances).

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes 10 points in win Johnson posted 10 points (4-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-4 FT), one rebound, three assists and two steals over 29 minutes during Thursday's 65-56 win over California.

Impact Johnson knocked down 4-of-12 shots from the field, finishing with 10 points and three assists during Thursday's win over California. The 6-foot-2 freshman has been a consistent piece off the bench for the Huskies, averaging 6.2 points, 1.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.2 steals on 18.7 minutes per game this season.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

UW Frosh Combo Guards Was Supposed to Happen 27 Years Ago Keyon Menifield and Koren Johnson have brought a level of Husky excitement that was expected more than a quarter of a century ago.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Scores nine in win Johnson recorded nine points (3-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 72-71 OT win over Oregon.

Impact Johnson knocked down 3-of-10 shots, finishing with nine points, four rebounds and three assists during Wednesday's win over Oregon. The 6-foot-2 freshman has appeared in 24 games this season, logging 5.8 points, 1.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists and one steal on 17.9 minutes per game. Johnson, who played a whopping 33 minutes against the Ducks, will look to help the Huskies defend their home court against the Beavers on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

UW's Koren Johnson Receives Pac-12 Freshman of Week Honor The first-year guard scored a career-best 15 points against Stanford and Cal.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Why 'the future is bright' for UW men's basketball guards Keyon Menifield and Koren Johnson The Huskies are getting a big lift from freshmen guards Keyon Menifield and Koren Johnson, who are showing flashes of what could be a bright...

JANUARY 14, 2023 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

Contributes 15 points Thursday Johnson (undisclosed) finished Thursday's win with 15 points (5-8 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four assists, three rebounds and three steals in an easy win over Stanford.

Impact Johnson had been sidelined the past two games while dealing with an undisclosed injury and posted arguably his best game of the year Thursday night. The 6-2 freshman made multiple three's for the first time since Dec. 1 and is now averaging 9.6 points over his last five games. He should continue to see a healthy role off the bench as he continues to make strides during his first run with the program.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Koren Johnson picks Stanford's pocket resulting in a NASTY fast-break jam from PJ Fuller II to increase Washington's lead

JANUARY 13, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

DNP again Sunday Johnson did not play during Washington's 73-65 loss Sunday at Arizona State.

Impact An undisclosed problem prevented Johnson from participating in Washington's last two games played. Next, the team hosts Stanford on Thursday.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 off the bench Johnson posted 11 points (4-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal in 38 minutes during Friday's 68-64 OT win over Saint Mary's.

Impact Johnson knocked down 4-of-7 shots from the field, scoring 11 points during Friday's overtime win over St. Mary's. The 6-foot-2 freshman has appeared in five games this season, logging 4.4 points and one assist on 15 minutes per game. Johnson appears to be in line for a larger role after playing a career-high 38 minutes on Friday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Washington plays Northern Kentucky after Johnson's 25-point showing

Koren Johnson hits 5 3s, scores 25, Washington beats Bellarmine 91-57 in opener

Koren Johnson picks Stanford's pocket resulting in a NASTY fast-break jam from PJ Fuller II to increase Washington's lead