Meechie Johnson - College Basketball News & Rumors

Kentucky reaches out to South Carolina transfer guard Meechie Johnson, per report Johnson was a second-team All-SEC selection this past season.

APRIL 1, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

South Carolina men's basketball leading scorer Johnson to enter transfer portal

South Carolina leading scorer Meechie Johnson is entering the transfer portal, less than a week after the Gamecocks' first NCAA Tournament appearance in seven years

MARCH 25, 2024 • Associated Press

Entering portal, considering draft Johnson is entering the NCAA's transfer portal and considering the 2024 NBA Draft, according to Joe Tipton of On3.com.

Impact Johnson's portal entry takes priority, giving top colleges an opportunity to send commitment offers his way. He recently helped South Carolina's 2023-24 team last the SEC Conference and advance into March Madness as a No. 6 seed. While the Tipton article does not say that Johnson declared for professional prospects, he is considering them, an avenue that could prevail if they entice him well enough to forgo collegiate eligibility.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

What USC basketball's Meechie Johnson said about his future Johnson, a guard who leaves the Gamecocks in scoring, has a fifth year of eligibility ... if he wants to use it.

MARCH 5, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

What USC basketball's Meechie Johnson said about his future Johnson, a guard who leaves the Gamecocks in scoring, has a fifth year of eligibility ... if he wants to use it.

MARCH 5, 2024 • MYRTLEBEACHONLINE.COM

Johnson leads No. 17 South Carolina against No. 4 Tennessee after 25-point game

No. 17 South Carolina hosts the No. 4 Tennessee Volunteers after Meechie Johnson Jr. scored 25 points in South Carolina's 82-76 victory against the Florida Gators

MARCH 5, 2024 • Associated Press

Johnson earns SEC, national recognition Guard Meechie Johnson had a big week.

MARCH 4, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Johnson's stellar second half key to Gamecocks' victory South Carolina guard Meechie Johnson's strong second help his team secure the win over Florida on Saturday afternoon.

MARCH 2, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Meechie Johnson, No. 18 South Carolina jolt No. 24 Florida Meechie Johnson scored 25 points to help No.18 South Carolina rally to an 82-76 victory over No.24 Florida in a Southeastern Conference game...

MARCH 2, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Johnson's 3-pointer lifts No. 18 South Carolina to 82-76 comeback victory over No. 24 Florida

Meechie Johnson scored 25 points including a tie-breaking 3-pointer with 43.4 seconds to play as No. 18 South Carolina rallied for an 82-76 victory over No. 24 Florida

MARCH 2, 2024 • Associated Press

Johnson talks working through shooting struggles, conversation with CJ McCollum South Carolina guard Meechie Johnson detailed a conversation he had with CJ McCollum as he works through some recent shooting struggles.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Impresses in win Johnson chipped in 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, four assists and one block in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 79-62 victory over Kentucky.

Impact The junior continues to impress as he scored 14 points including a far three-point shot to put the dagger into Tuesday's win over Kentucky. Johnson has been one of the conference's best guards and is currently averaging 16.6 points per game. Expect Johnson to continue to be the primary scorer for South Carolina as conference play goes on.

JANUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson named to Lute Olson Award mid-season watch list South Carolina guard Meechie Johnson was named to the Lute Olson Award midseason watch list on Wednesday.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

USC's impressive SEC opener raises the ceiling on the back of Meechie Johnson Fans chanted Johnson’s name in the final moments against Mississippi State. It’s fitting, considering how impactful the guard has become.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • THESTATE.COM

Johnson's stellar performance helps lead Gamecocks to victory South Carolina guard Meechie Johnson continues his strong season with a stellar performance against Mississippi State.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Meechie Johnson helps South Carolina hold off Mississippi State, 68-62 in SEC opener

Meechie Johnson had a clutch steal and hit four free throws in the final seconds to allow South Carolina to hold off Mississippi State 68-62 in the Southeastern Conference opener f...

JANUARY 6, 2024 • Associated Press

Meechie Johnson, South Carolina too strong for Mississippi State Meechie Johnson scored 24 points as South Carolina defeated visiting Mississippi State 68-62 in the Southeastern Conference opener for both...

JANUARY 6, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Won't play Friday Johnson is out for Friday's game versus Elon due to a right knee injury and is considered day-to-day moving forward.

Impact Johnson will miss his first game of the season Friday due to a right knee injury. Jacobi Wright will start in his absence. Johnson's next chance to suit up is against Florida A&M on Dec. 30.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson leads South Carolina against Elon after 20-point game

South Carolina faces the Elon Phoenix after Meechie Johnson Jr. scored 20 points in South Carolina's 72-62 win over the Winthrop Eagles

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • Associated Press

Meechie Johnson scores 20 points, South Carolina improves to 10-1 with 72-62 victory over Winthrop

Meechie Johnson scored 20 points to lead South Carolina to a 72-62 victory over Winthrop

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • Associated Press

Solid performance in win Johnson logged 15 points (4-16 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds and two assists in 25 minutes during Saturday's 73-69 win over Charleston Southern.

Impact Johnson continues to excel in the fast pace offense that South Carolina has shown to begin the season and he showed that be scoring 15 points while connecting on all five free-throw attempts in Saturday's win over Charleston Southern. Currently shooting a career best 46.8 field goal percentage on the season, the junior will look to continue to be one of the primary scorers for South Carolina as the season goes on.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

East Carolina hosts South Carolina after Johnson's 26-point outing

South Carolina plays the East Carolina Pirates after Meechie Johnson Jr. scored 26 points in the Gamecocks' 72-67 loss to the Clemson Tigers

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Johnson leads South Carolina against No. 24 Clemson after 24-point outing

South Carolina plays the No. 24 Clemson Tigers after Meechie Johnson Jr. scored 24 points in the Gamecocks' 89-67 victory over the George Washington Revolutionaries

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Season-high 29 points in win Johnson notched 29 points (9-15 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 65-53 win over Notre Dame.

Impact The 6-foot-2 guard shot a season-high 29 points in Tuesday's win over Notre Dame. Johnson has had an excellent start to the season as he has averaged 16.8 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists through six games played. The junior averaged 12.7 points last season for the Gamecocks after transferring from Ohio State in 2022.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson posts a career-high 29 points in South Carolina's win over Notre Dame Meechie Johnson scored a career-high 29 points and South Carolina used the second half to distance itself from Notre Dame and beat the Irish...

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

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