Dior Johnson: A Rising Star in College Basketball (2024)

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Dior Johnson: A Rising Star in College Basketball (1)

By Jocelyn Alano June 21, 2024 17:25

credit. Pitt Athletics

Dior Johnson is an elite point guardfrom the 2022 class with one of the most publicized high school basketball careers imaginable at this point. Johnson Hails from Kingston, New York, and came into the limelight due to his impressive basketball career, which landed his name on sports fans' list as an intriguing college-bound prospect.


High School Career and Early Career

It was an ascent that began as a youth he played alongside older teammates and showcased ball handling and scoring rarely seen at that age and reached the national stage when Johnson was in the seventh grade. Johnson suited up for an NBA Sparq record 9 high schools in 5 states during his hooping career in high school. He showed us the talent as he broke the New York boy's basketball state record for being the youngest player to score 1,000 points.


Dedication To A College Basketball

Johnson - who went on to make a landmark decision of his own by committing to play college basketball for the Pitt Panthers in June 2023 - later writes, of those offers hitting one phone after another: He followed up by picking Pittsburgh based on the sort of challenge he feels best suits him, with second-year coach Jeff Capel - described by Champagnie as someone he can "just be himself around" while still being pushed to his limit as a player. Although Johnson had committed previously to both the Orange and Ducks, the wideout's quest to find a home proved that Pitt was his new favorite landing spot.


Career Highlights, Career trajectory and potential

One of the top players in the class of 2022, exactly, consensus four-star offensive lineman Ryan Jakubowski has verbally committed to Penn State. On the court, he has become an elite floor general and one of the top-rated lead guards in the country, allowing him to be recruited by some of the most prestigious programs in college basketball. A top 50 recruit in the 2012 class and an ESPN grade of 88, it's clear that Johnson has what it takes to be a major player in college basketball.


The Path Ahead

From the moment Johnson committed to play college basketball for the Pittsburgh Panthers it's been clear in his own words that he wants to develop, grow and improve as a player. He said he would focus on improving his handle, work on defense, and work to make the court free for his teammates and create his own. Johnson is headed to the college ranks with aspirations of being one of the top guards in the nation, and his commitment to the game should give him a long-lasting impact on college basketball.


In the End

The willpower to strive for greatness on the court is evident in Dior Johnson's path from a youthful phenom to a future college basketball player. His top-level talent and competitiveness have caused him to emerge as a name to watch in college basketball. As he prepares to move on to the next level of his basketball career, Pittsburgh is excited to see the influence and production this new rising star can have at a collegiate level.

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Dior Johnson: A Rising Star in College Basketball? ›

His top-level talent and competitiveness have caused him to emerge as a name to watch in college basketball. As he prepares to move on to the next level of his basketball career, Pittsburgh is excited to see the influence and production this new rising star can have at a collegiate level.

Is Dior Johnson in college? ›

Johnson took a redshirt in the 2022–23 season as a result. Subsequently, the university announced in August 2023 that Johnson was no longer enrolled. Shortly after, Johnson matriculated at Clarendon College, a community college in Texas.

Where did Dior Johnson commit to? ›

Johnson first committed to Syracuse, but later had a change of heart and decided to reopen his recruitment to build relationships with other coaches. After playing two seasons on the West Coast during the AAU season, he grew fond of former Oregon assistant Chris Crutchfield and committed to Oregon in his junior year.

Why is Dior Johnson redshirting? ›

According to Hiles, the decision to not allow Johnson to return to school was made out of a fear of public backlash over his criminal activity. Johnson was reinstated following his sentencing and returned to practice, but did not play for the remainder of the season. The program called it a redshirt year.

Did any NBA players go to JuCo? ›

Interestingly enough, most of the guys that went to the NBA in the past 10-12 years directly out of JuCo haven't fared too well. Kedrick Brown and Qyntel Woods being the clearest examples. Interestingly enough, most of the guys that went to the NBA in the past 10-12 years directly out of JuCo haven't fared too well.

Where did Dior go to college? ›

Christian Dior was born in 1905 in Granville, Normandy and grew up in Paris. He enrolled in the Ecole Libre des Sciences Politiques, which would later become Sciences Po.

Why is Dior Johnson not at Pitt? ›

Following nearly a month-long police investigation, Johnson was charged with aggravated assault, strangulation, unlawful restraint, simple assault and false imprisonment on the evening of Oct. 6. He was arrested the next day and indefinitely suspended from Pitt's basketball program.

Who inherited Dior? ›

Christian Dior's testament will, dated 30 August 1957, bequeathed his possessions to be equally shared between his sister Catherine and Raymonde Zehnacker, his right-hand woman.

Who is Dior targeted to? ›

Their approach includes Targeted Audience, Exclusivity, and Value. Dior's target audience consists of affluent individuals who appreciate luxury and have a taste for sophistication. These range from young professionals to established elites, with a common thread of refined style running through their lives.

Why did Dior become famous? ›

Christian Dior's reputation as one of the most important couturiers of the twentieth century was launched in 1947 with his very first collection, in which he introduced the “New Look.” Featuring rounded shoulders, a cinched waist, and very full skirt, the New Look celebrated ultra-femininity and opulence in women's ...

What color is Dior known for? ›

Known as Montaigne Gray or Trianon Gray, this color has since become synonymous with Dior, captivating customers and evoking the essence of French elegance in every creation.

What happened with Dior? ›

Death. Dior died of a sudden heart attack while on vacation in Montecatini, Italy, on 24 October 1957 in the late afternoon while playing a game of cards. He was survived by Jacques Benita, a North African singer three decades his junior, the last of a number of discreet male lovers.

Who went to the NBA without going to college? ›

Later history. As a consequence of the aforementioned Haywood decision, and following soon after, three high schoolers chose to enter the professional ranks without ever enrolling in a college. In 1975, Darryl Dawkins and Bill Willoughby both went to the NBA from high school.

Can JUCO players go pro? ›

Very possible, especially basketball. Jimmy Butler probably the most well known current NBA player did JUCO his first 2 years, before attending a D1 school and getting drafted. Aaron Rodgers also went to JUCO before attending Cal and becoming a top QB prospect and obvious all time great.

Who skipped college in the NBA? ›

For some time in the NBA's early stages, a player had to finish a four-year college to enter the draft and join one of the NBA franchises. It wasn't until Reggie Harding in 1962 that a player skipped college and went straight from high school into the world's toughest basketball league.

Did Jalen Johnson go to college? ›

Jalen Tyrese Johnson (born December 18, 2001) is an American professional basketball player for the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils.

What college does Kobe Johnson go to? ›

Former USC basketball guard Kobe Johnson has announced he's transferring to UCLA. Johnson announced his official commitment to the Bruins with a social media post on Thursday that included the caption "4's Up!" The decision comes after Johnson announced he was entering the transfer portal on March 22.

What college did Alize Johnson go to? ›

Alize DeShawn Johnson (born April 22, 1996) is an American professional basketball player for Busan KCC Egis of the Korean Basketball League (KBL). He played college basketball for the Missouri State Bears of the Missouri Valley Conference.

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