Tre Johnson remains as On3's No. 1 prospect in 2024

On3 released its third full update of the 2024 On3 150 today, and Dallas (Texas) Lake Highlands shooting guard Tre Johnson remained at the top of the list. This is the fourth class update Johnson has maintained the No. 1 spot for On3. He is now No. 1 across all four recruiting services. 

We first made the move to put Johnson at No. 1 in June. After watching his success during EYBL sessions and his continued growth throughout the high school season, it was clear this remains the right move. 

While there was movement across four-star and five-star players in this update, the conversation for No. 1 did not take very long. Here is why Johnson maintained his No. 1 spot. 

Updated 2024 On3 150

The shot-making

Tre Johnson is a shot-maker. In a game that puts a premium on players who can create shots and make them, Johnson is a step ahead of his peers in that regard. 

It starts with the shot mechanics. Johnson has a great base and plays on balance at all times on the floor. The load of his shot is repeatable and efficient, and his release is the same no matter the level of the floor he is on. 

The five-star guard is comfortable on the ball, creating. He does not waste movements getting into his shot. He reads the defender and elevates when he gains a space advantage. 

Johnson is a good shooter off the catch. He receives the pass shot ready and elevates to knock it down with little wasted movement. The footwork is key with the shot-making. He gets to his spots on the floor and always keeps his base and balance intact. 

Production in big moments

Tre Johnson led his Lake Highlands High team to their first Texas 4A state championship in over 50 years this season. He finished the game with 29 points, winning the game MVP. He finished with a team-high 13 points in the semi-finals and 26 in the Texas state group of eight win. Johnson has seen all the defensive looks, and he has continued to be able to pick his spots. Lake Highlands is 67-8 over the past two seasons, with Johnson leading the way.

Johnson played up in age at the 17u level this summer on Nike’s EYBL Circuit. The junior averaged 17.0 points and shot 42.6 percent from three on 54 attempts through his first three sessions. Oftentimes one of the youngest players on the floor, Johnson’s fundamental game reaped heavy rewards in the production categories.

This high school season, Johnson finished with 37 points, eight rebounds, and four assists on eight made threes in the Red River Shooter. He also averaged 23.0 points through three games at the City of Palms.

Basketball bloodlines

Johnson’s dad, Richard Johnson, Jr., signed with Baylor out of high school. In his collegiate career, between Baylor and Midwestern State, Johnson scored over 1,100 career points.

As a senior, the elder Johnson was a 6-foot-3 guard named first-team All-Lone Star Conference. He shot 41.7 percent from three over his last two college seasons and won a conference title as a senior.

Projection

A quick look at Tre Johnson and you see a lengthy, 6-foot-5 guard. While thin, he has broad shoulders and a frame that projects to put on weight as he continues to mature. Johnson, who is 17 years old at the time of this writing, should be able to add quality weight with a good college strength and conditioning program without losing flexibility or athleticism.

If you take a look past college, Johnson has adequate height and length for the shooting guard position. While participating at the USA Basketball Minicamps, he also showed as a capable secondary ball handler. While he does lack top-end burst, Johnson is an above-average athlete. He moves very fluidly, both vertically and horizontally. His feel, pace, and footwork more than enable him to create the necessary space for him to get into his shots and create.